Serving 591 students in grades 9-12, Eau Claire High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eau Claire High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Eau Claire High School's student population of 591 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
591 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eau Claire High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eau Claire High School is 0.25, 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
#466 out of 1095 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
86%
32%
White
1%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eau Claire High School's ranking?
Eau Claire High School is ranked #466 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Eau Claire High School often compared to?
Eau Claire High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbia High School, C. A. Johnson High School, W.j. Keenan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eau Claire High School?
The graduation rate of Eau Claire High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Eau Claire High School?
591 students attend Eau Claire High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Eau Claire High School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eau Claire High School?
Eau Claire High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eau Claire High School offer ?
Eau Claire High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Eau Claire High School part of?
Eau Claire High School is part of Richland 01 School District.
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