Serving 614 students in grades 9-12, Edisto High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edisto High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Edisto High School's student population of 614 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
614 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Edisto High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edisto High School is 0.59, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#240 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
52%
31%
White
37%
46%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edisto High School's ranking?
Edisto High School is ranked #240 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Edisto High School often compared to?
Edisto High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Marion High School, Branchville High School, Orangeburg Wilkinson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edisto High School?
The graduation rate of Edisto High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Edisto High School?
614 students attend Edisto High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Edisto High School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edisto High School?
Edisto High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edisto High School offer ?
Edisto High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edisto High School part of?
Edisto High School is part of Orangeburg School District.
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