Serving 538 students in grades 6-12, Mcbee High School ranks in the top 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 33% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% 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: 538 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcbee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mcbee High School's student population of 538 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcbee High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcbee High School is 0.45, 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
#502 out of 1095 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
16%
32%
White
72%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcbee High School's ranking?
Mcbee High School is ranked #502 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mcbee High School?
The graduation rate of Mcbee High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Mcbee High School?
538 students attend Mcbee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Mcbee High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcbee High School?
Mcbee High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcbee High School offer ?
Mcbee High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcbee High School part of?
Mcbee High School is part of Chesterfield 01 School District.
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