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 450 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 75-79% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). 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 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Whale Branch Early College High School's student population of 450 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
2010
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Rankings
Whale Branch Early College High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,154 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 0.33, 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
#81 out of 1154 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
81%
31%
White
7%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warrior
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whale Branch Early College High School's ranking?
Whale Branch Early College High School is ranked #81 out of 1,154 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?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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 85-89%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Whale Branch Early College High School?
450 students attend Whale Branch Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Whale Branch Early College High School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 2% 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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