Serving 3,808 students in grades 9-12, Dorman High School ranks in the top 10% 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 69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% 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: 3,808 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dorman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Dorman High School's student population of 3,808 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 210 teachers has grown by 70% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,808 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
210 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dorman High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dorman High School is 0.71, 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
#111 out of 1154 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
22%
13%
Black
33%
31%
White
37%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dorman High School's ranking?
Dorman High School is ranked #111 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Dorman High School often compared to?
Dorman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spartanburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dorman High School?
The graduation rate of Dorman High School is 86%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Dorman High School?
3,808 students attend Dorman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Dorman High School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dorman High School?
Dorman High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dorman High School offer ?
Dorman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dorman High School part of?
Dorman High School is part of Spartanburg 06 School District.
School Reviews
5 6/8/2010
Dorman is an excellent school. The teachers here are the best and really care about the students. There are plenty of opportunities to do well if the kids will take advantage of them. I love Dorman and wouldn't go anywhere else. It's like a big family.
2 5/17/2010
It's a good school, but I've noticed alot of the students are pessimmistic and don't really care about much. The teachers try hard, but the students are the problem. Many parents aren't very involved
5 8/3/2009
Dorman High school teachers are the best. They really care about the students and in addition to educating them, they instill so many good characteristics and qualities in the children. I am blessed to live in this area. It is large but the school is like a big family.
2 5/18/2009
Dorman High School is too big. There is quite a large drug problems which the administration does a very good job of sweeping under the rug. I would not recommend this school.
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