Serving 2,994 students in grades 9-12, Wando High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,994 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wando High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wando High School's student population of 2,994 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 165 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,994 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
165 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wando High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wando High School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7 out of 1095 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
10%
32%
White
81%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wando High School's ranking?
Wando High School is ranked #7 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Wando High School often compared to?
Wando High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oceanside Collegiate Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wando High School?
The graduation rate of Wando High School is 92%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Wando High School?
2,994 students attend Wando High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Wando High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wando High School?
Wando High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wando High School offer ?
Wando High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wando High School part of?
Wando High School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
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