Serving 264 students in grades 6-12, Whitmire Community School (High) ranks in the top 50% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitmire Community School (High) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Whitmire Community School (High)'s student population of 264 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 91% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
264 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Whitmire Community School (High) ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitmire Community School (High) 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
#444 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
18%
31%
White
68%
46%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.2%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitmire Community School (High)'s ranking?
Whitmire Community School (High) is ranked #444 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Whitmire Community School (High) often compared to?
Whitmire Community School (High)is often viewed alongside schools like Mid-carolina High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Whitmire Community School (High)?
The graduation rate of Whitmire Community School (High) is 90%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Whitmire Community School (High)?
264 students attend Whitmire Community School (High).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Whitmire Community School (High) students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitmire Community School (High)?
Whitmire Community School (High) has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Whitmire Community School (High) offer ?
Whitmire Community School (High) offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Whitmire Community School (High) part of?
Whitmire Community School (High) is part of Newberry 01 School District.
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