Waccamaw High School is one of four schools that are encompassed in the Waccamaw school family on the Waccamaw Neck of Georgetown County, South Carolina. Opening in 1990, it was a school that consisted of grades 7–11, with its first senior class being the class of 1992.
Serving 808 students in grades 9-12, Waccamaw High School ranks in the top 20% 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 90% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waccamaw High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Waccamaw High School's student population of 808 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
808 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1990
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Rankings
Waccamaw High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waccamaw High School is 0.40, 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
#183 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
15%
31%
White
76%
46%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warrior
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waccamaw High School's ranking?
Waccamaw High School is ranked #183 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Waccamaw High School often compared to?
Waccamaw High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Georgetown High School, Andrews 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 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waccamaw High School?
The graduation rate of Waccamaw High School is 94%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Waccamaw High School?
808 students attend Waccamaw High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Waccamaw High School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waccamaw High School?
Waccamaw High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waccamaw High School offer ?
Waccamaw High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waccamaw High School part of?
Waccamaw High School is part of Georgetown 01 School District.
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