Serving 1,365 students in grades 9-12, Wilson 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% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,365 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wilson High School's student population of 1,365 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilson 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 Wilson 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
#183 out of 1154 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
69%
31%
White
16%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson High School's ranking?
Wilson High School is ranked #183 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Wilson High School often compared to?
Wilson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Florence High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wilson High School?
The graduation rate of Wilson High School is 94%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Wilson High School?
1,365 students attend Wilson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Wilson High School students are Black, 16% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilson High School?
Wilson High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wilson High School offer ?
Wilson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilson High School part of?
Wilson High School is part of Florence 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 2/1/2021
This school prepared me to do anything. It treated everyone with respect. It was clean and welcoming at all times.
5 10/27/2014
Wilson is the best high school in the nation. It prepared me academically to compete with anyone in the world.
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