Whale Branch Early College High School is a public high school within the Beaufort County School District, located in Seabrook, South Carolina, United States. The school district is the northernmost district of Beaufort County, and includes the unincorporated communities of Dale, Lobeco, Seabrook, and Sheldon.
Serving 390 students in grades 9-12, Whale Branch Early College High School ranks in the top 10% 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 85-89% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Whale Branch Early College High serves the northern part of Seabrook, SC, covering an area of approximately 170.3 square miles. Most families live within a 10-15 minute drive, with an average distance of 7 miles to the school's edge and the furthest point being 14.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whale Branch Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Whale Branch Early College High School's student population of 390 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
390 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
Campus Size
71 acres
School Motto
WE ARE WARRIOR S.T.R.O.N.G!!! Standing Together, Reaching Our Next-level Greatness!!!
School Rankings
Whale Branch Early College High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whale Branch Early College High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#64 out of 1118 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
82%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
School Mascot
Warrior
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whale Branch Early College High School's ranking?
Whale Branch Early College High School is ranked #64 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Whale Branch Early College High School often compared to?
Whale Branch Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaufort High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Whale Branch Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Whale Branch Early College High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Whale Branch Early College High School?
390 students attend Whale Branch Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Whale Branch Early College High School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whale Branch Early College High School?
Whale Branch Early College High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Whale Branch Early College High School offer ?
Whale Branch Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Whale Branch Early College High School part of?
Whale Branch Early College High School is part of Beaufort 01 School District.
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