Serving 1,744 students in grades 9-12, Lugoff-elgin High School ranks in the top 5% 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 75% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,744 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lugoff-elgin 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
School Overview
Lugoff-elgin High School's student population of 1,744 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,744 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lugoff-elgin High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lugoff-elgin High School is 0.56, 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
#37 out of 1154 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
13%
Black
22%
31%
White
62%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lugoff-elgin High School's ranking?
Lugoff-elgin High School is ranked #37 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Lugoff-elgin High School often compared to?
Lugoff-elgin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camden High School, North Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lugoff-elgin High School?
The graduation rate of Lugoff-elgin High School is 84%, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lugoff-elgin High School?
1,744 students attend Lugoff-elgin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Lugoff-elgin High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 9% 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 Lugoff-elgin High School?
Lugoff-elgin High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lugoff-elgin High School offer ?
Lugoff-elgin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lugoff-elgin High School part of?
Lugoff-elgin High School is part of Kershaw 01 School District.
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