Serving 1,100 students in grades 9-12, Crestwood High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (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 81% 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: 1,100 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crestwood 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
School Overview
Crestwood High School's student population of 1,100 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,100 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Crestwood 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 Crestwood High School is 0.46, 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
#245 out of 1154 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
71%
31%
White
19%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crestwood High School's ranking?
Crestwood High School is ranked #245 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Crestwood High School often compared to?
Crestwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sumter High School, Lakewood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Crestwood High School?
The graduation rate of Crestwood High School is 86%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Crestwood High School?
1,100 students attend Crestwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Crestwood High School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crestwood High School?
Crestwood High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crestwood High School offer ?
Crestwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Crestwood High School part of?
Crestwood High School is part of Sumter 01 School District.
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