Serving 1,373 students in grades 9-12, Wilson High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilson High serves the northeast part of Florence, SC, covering an area of approximately 131.2 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 14.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wilson High School's student population of 1,373 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,373 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1866
School Calendar
Campus Size
79 acres
School Rankings
Wilson High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilson High School is 0.49, 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
#171 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
70%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
89%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
3%
Showing 2010–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
School Mascot
Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson High School's ranking?
Wilson High School is ranked #171 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Wilson High School often compared to?
Wilson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Florence High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wilson High School?
The graduation rate of Wilson High School is 89%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Wilson High School?
1,373 students attend Wilson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Wilson High School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilson High School?
Wilson High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wilson High School offer ?
Wilson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wilson High School part of?
Wilson High School is part of Florence 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Wilson is the best high school in the nation. It prepared me academically to compete with anyone in the world.
5 10/10/2025
This school prepared me to do anything. It treated everyone with respect. It was clean and welcoming at all times.
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