Serving 342 students in grades 9-12, Hcs Early College High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hcs Early College 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
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Hcs Early College High School's student population of 342 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hcs Early College High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hcs Early College High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5 out of 1154 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
21%
14%
Black
28%
31%
White
44%
47%
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
58%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hcs Early College High School's ranking?
Hcs Early College High School is ranked #5 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Hcs Early College High School often compared to?
Hcs Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. James High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hcs Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Hcs Early College High School is 95%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Hcs Early College High School?
342 students attend Hcs Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Hcs Early College High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 21% 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 Hcs Early College High School?
Hcs Early College High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hcs Early College High School offer ?
Hcs Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hcs Early College High School part of?
Hcs Early College High School is part of Horry 01 School District.
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