Serving 1,651 students in grades 9-12, Catawba Ridge High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 98% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,651 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 98% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Catawba Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Catawba Ridge High School's student population of 1,651 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,651 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
School Rankings
Catawba Ridge High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Catawba Ridge High School is 0.50, 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
#9 out of 1118 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
10%
31%
White
69%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Catawba Ridge High School's ranking?
Catawba Ridge High School is ranked #9 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Catawba Ridge High School often compared to?
Catawba Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Mill High School, Nation Ford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 98% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Catawba Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Catawba Ridge High School is 96%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Catawba Ridge High School?
1,651 students attend Catawba Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Catawba Ridge High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Catawba Ridge High School?
Catawba Ridge High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Catawba Ridge High School offer ?
Catawba Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Catawba Ridge High School part of?
Catawba Ridge High School is part of York 04 School District.
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