Serving 2,542 students in grades 9-12, Ashley Ridge High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashley Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Ashley Ridge High School's student population of 2,542 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ashley Ridge High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashley Ridge High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#32 out of 1154 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
13%
Black
27%
31%
White
58%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashley Ridge High School's ranking?
Ashley Ridge High School is ranked #32 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Ashley Ridge High School often compared to?
Ashley Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Summerville High School, Fort Dorchester High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ashley Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Ashley Ridge High School is 95%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Ashley Ridge High School?
2,542 students attend Ashley Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Ashley Ridge High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ashley Ridge High School?
Ashley Ridge High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ashley Ridge High School offer ?
Ashley Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ashley Ridge High School part of?
Ashley Ridge High School is part of Dorchester 02 School District.
School Reviews
4 2/25/2017
I have been attending Ashley ridge for about 2 years now and I have heard of many fights that have happened. The school goes onto lockdown when there is a fight and the administration makes you feel safe to come to school after a fight. If there is a fight the administration and police break it up quickly. The teachers care about us and are always there to help us during lunch and most days after school. If you ever need someone to talk to about issues in your life the teachers are there and they don't judge you. The school provides many different things for everyone to do. There's different music, art, science, math, English, history, JROTC, and much more. I personally feel safe and loved at Ashley ridge. I would definitely say that this school is better than the rest of the DD2 schools.
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