Serving 46 students in grades 9-12, Turbeville High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: ≤1%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turbeville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Turbeville High School's student population of 46 students has declined by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
46 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Turbeville High School is 0.27, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)≥50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
85%
31%
White
11%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)≤1%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% SC state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Turbeville High School?
The graduation rate of Turbeville High School is 1%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 83%.
How many students attend Turbeville High School?
46 students attend Turbeville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Turbeville High School students are Black, 11% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Turbeville High School?
Turbeville High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Turbeville High School offer ?
Turbeville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Turbeville High School part of?
Turbeville High School is part of Dept Of Correction N04 School District.
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