Serving 2,205 students in grades 9-12, Spartanburg High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 2,205 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
Minority Enrollment: 70%
Graduation Rate
: 85% (Top 50% in SC)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 10%
Math Proficiency
: 62% (Top 20%)
Reading Proficiency
: 85% (Top 10%)
Science Proficiency
: 59% (Top 30%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Spartanburg 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 Spartanburg High School is 0.66, 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.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spartanburg High School?
The graduation rate of Spartanburg High School is 85%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Spartanburg High School?
2,205 students attend Spartanburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Spartanburg High School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spartanburg High School?
Spartanburg High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spartanburg High School offer ?
Spartanburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Spartanburg High School part of?
This school is okay, but the rules and regulations are sometimes stupid.. for instance not having phones out in hallways, like that's going to distract anyone from learning anything, as well as AirPods.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Zay
14/26/2021
Under the new Principal and the online regulations the school has taken a major downfall to the point where a teacher mocked me for my bad grades.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Not Telling y'all
510/5/2018
I found this school at great school I was transferred to Spartanburg High School after 3 years of going to Dorman High School. They are very great students/principals, staff there. I am in the 12th grade and made new friends already
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Hannah
511/2/2017
The AP Program at SHS is incredible- better than any you'll find in the area, including the private schools. The quality of education in the higher level classes and the highly successful AP pass rates shows just how great this school is. In addition, the orchestra, band, and choral programs are all strong and fully supported. School is run by an absolutely amazing principal who truly cares about his students. Also- the graduation rate is 82.9% as reported by the state, not the 55% shown here.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - shsfan
55/17/2010
This is a great school. I've have 2 children lucky enough to go there. The teachers a great and the school is always in the news for students with acedmic honors. The parents are always involved and they have a great sports. music, and art programs.
- Posted by Parent - voirm
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 2,205 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
Minority Enrollment: 70%
Graduation Rate
: 85% (Top 50%)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 10%
Math Proficiency
: 62% (Top 20%)
Reading Proficiency
: 85% (Top 10%)
Science Proficiency
: 59% (Top 30%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
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