Serving 1,054 students in grades 9-12, Darlington 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 38% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% 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: 1,054 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Darlington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Darlington High School's student population of 1,054 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,054 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Darlington High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Darlington High School is 0.58, 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
#404 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
59%
31%
White
25%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Darlington High School's ranking?
Darlington High School is ranked #404 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Darlington High School often compared to?
Darlington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hartsville High School, Lamar High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Darlington High School?
The graduation rate of Darlington High School is 91%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Darlington High School?
1,054 students attend Darlington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Darlington High School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Darlington High School?
Darlington High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Darlington High School offer ?
Darlington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Darlington High School part of?
Darlington High School is part of Darlington 01 School District.
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