Kirkland High School serves 35 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% 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: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 35:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kirkland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Kirkland High School's student population of 35 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
35 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kirkland High School is 0.47, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
35:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
13%
Black
69%
31%
White
23%
48%
Hawaiian
8%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Kirkland High School?
35 students attend Kirkland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Kirkland High School students are Black, 23% of students are White, and 8% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kirkland High School?
Kirkland High School has a student ration of 35:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kirkland High School offer ?
Kirkland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kirkland High School part of?
Kirkland High School is part of Dept Of Correction N04 School District.
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