Serving 445 students in grades 9-12, Ninety Six 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 55-59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ninety Six High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Ninety Six High School's student population of 445 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ninety Six 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 Ninety Six High School is 0.48, 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
#163 out of 1154 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
21%
31%
White
69%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
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 Ninety Six High School's ranking?
Ninety Six High School is ranked #163 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Ninety Six High School often compared to?
Ninety Six High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerald High School, Greenwood High School, Ware Shoals High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ninety Six High School?
The graduation rate of Ninety Six High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Ninety Six High School?
445 students attend Ninety Six High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Ninety Six High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ninety Six High School?
Ninety Six High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ninety Six High School offer ?
Ninety Six High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ninety Six High School part of?
Ninety Six High School is part of Greenwood 52 School District.
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