Serving 875 students in grades 9-12, Loris High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% 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: 875 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loris High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Loris High School's student population of 875 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
875 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Loris 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 Loris High School is 0.63, 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
#93 out of 1154 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
11%
13%
Black
42%
31%
White
43%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loris High School's ranking?
Loris High School is ranked #93 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Loris High School often compared to?
Loris High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Sea Floyds High School, Aynor High School, Myrtle Beach High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Loris High School?
The graduation rate of Loris High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Loris High School?
875 students attend Loris High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Loris High School students are White, 42% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Loris High School?
Loris High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Loris High School offer ?
Loris High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Loris High School part of?
Loris High School is part of Horry 01 School District.
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