York Comprehensive High School is the sole high school in York County School District 1. Dr. John Tharpe serves as principal. The school is located in York, South Carolina. Due to the growth and aging of the original building, a new high school was built. The new high school is on Alexander Love Highway.
Serving 1,511 students in grades 9-12, York Comprehensive High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 39% 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: 1,511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
York Comprehensive High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
York Comprehensive High School's student population of 1,511 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,511 students
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to cultivate a service-oriented community of learners who strive for personal growth and excellence as communicators, collaborators, creators, and critical thinkers.
School Rankings
York Comprehensive High School 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 York Comprehensive High School is 0.58, 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
#428 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
20%
31%
White
61%
46%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is York Comprehensive High School's ranking?
York Comprehensive High School is ranked #428 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are York Comprehensive High School often compared to?
York Comprehensive High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clover High School, Fort Mill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of York Comprehensive High School?
The graduation rate of York Comprehensive High School is 81%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend York Comprehensive High School?
1,511 students attend York Comprehensive High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of York Comprehensive High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of York Comprehensive High School?
York Comprehensive High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does York Comprehensive High School offer ?
York Comprehensive High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is York Comprehensive High School part of?
York Comprehensive High School is part of York 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I am finally a senior at YCHS and I must say that this is such a wonderful school with a wonderful enviroment. I do have one suggestion which most likely won't get fufilled. Every teacher in this school deserves a raise and they deserve more respect then they get.
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