Serving 1,665 students in grades 9-12, May River 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 89% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,665 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 30% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
May River 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
May River High School's student population of 1,665 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,665 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
May River 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 May River High School is 0.62, which is less 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
#59 out of 1154 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
31%
14%
Black
10%
31%
White
53%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is May River High School's ranking?
May River High School is ranked #59 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are May River High School often compared to?
May River High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bluffton 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 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of May River High School?
The graduation rate of May River High School is 90%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend May River High School?
1,665 students attend May River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of May River High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of May River High School?
May River High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does May River High School offer ?
May River High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is May River High School part of?
May River High School is part of Beaufort 01 School District.
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