Serving 1,052 students in grades 9-12, Seneca 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 59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% 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: 1,052 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seneca High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Seneca High School's student population of 1,052 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,052 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Seneca 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 Seneca High School is 0.62, 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
#139 out of 1154 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
13%
Black
21%
31%
White
57%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
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 Seneca High School's ranking?
Seneca High School is ranked #139 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Seneca High School often compared to?
Seneca High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walhalla High School, West-oak High School, D. W. Daniel High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Seneca High School?
The graduation rate of Seneca High School is 83%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Seneca High School?
1,052 students attend Seneca High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Seneca High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seneca High School?
Seneca High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Seneca High School offer ?
Seneca High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Seneca High School part of?
Seneca High School is part of Oconee 01 School District.
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