Serving 788 students in grades 9-12, Battery Creek High School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 788 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Battery Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Battery Creek High School's student population of 788 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
788 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Battery Creek High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Battery Creek High School is 0.69, which is more 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
#320 out of 1154 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
26%
13%
Black
44%
31%
White
24%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Battery Creek High School's ranking?
Battery Creek High School is ranked #320 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Battery Creek High School often compared to?
Battery Creek 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Battery Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Battery Creek High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Battery Creek High School?
788 students attend Battery Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Battery Creek High School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Battery Creek High School?
Battery Creek High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Battery Creek High School offer ?
Battery Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Battery Creek High School part of?
Battery Creek High School is part of Beaufort 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 6/13/2016
I recommend this school if you're looking to have a good/really fun time in highschool. The teachers really slack though. Do sports and talk to people and you'll be great. I regret leaving this school because it was fun.
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