Serving 771 students in grades 9-12, Philip Simmons High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (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 32% 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: 771 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philip Simmons High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Philip Simmons High School's student population of 771 students has grown by 97% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 65% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
771 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Philip Simmons High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Philip Simmons High School is 0.49, 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
#159 out of 1154 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
23%
31%
White
68%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philip Simmons High School's ranking?
Philip Simmons High School is ranked #159 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Philip Simmons High School often compared to?
Philip Simmons High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hanahan High School, Cane Bay High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Philip Simmons High School?
The graduation rate of Philip Simmons High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Philip Simmons High School?
771 students attend Philip Simmons High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Philip Simmons High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Philip Simmons High School?
Philip Simmons High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Philip Simmons High School offer ?
Philip Simmons High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Philip Simmons High School part of?
Philip Simmons High School is part of Berkeley 01 School District.
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