Serving 887 students in grades 9-12, Emerald 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% 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: 887 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerald High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Emerald High School's student population of 887 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
887 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1995
Colors
Emerald Green and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Emerald 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 Emerald High School is 0.67, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#324 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
41%
31%
White
38%
46%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerald High School's ranking?
Emerald High School is ranked #324 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Emerald High School often compared to?
Emerald High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenwood High School, Ninety Six High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Emerald High School?
The graduation rate of Emerald High School is 78%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Emerald High School?
887 students attend Emerald High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Emerald High School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerald High School?
Emerald High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Emerald High School offer ?
Emerald High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Emerald High School part of?
Emerald High School is part of Greenwood 50 School District.
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