Serving 375 students in grades 6-12, Great Falls High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Falls High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Great Falls High School's student population of 375 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Great Falls High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Falls High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#776 out of 1095 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
40%
32%
White
52%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Falls High School's ranking?
Great Falls High School is ranked #776 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Great Falls High School often compared to?
Great Falls High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewisville High School, Chester Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Great Falls High School?
The graduation rate of Great Falls High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Great Falls High School?
375 students attend Great Falls High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Great Falls High School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Great Falls High School?
Great Falls High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Great Falls High School offer ?
Great Falls High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Great Falls High School part of?
Great Falls High School is part of Chester 01 School District.
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