Serving 232 students in grades 9-12, C. E. Murray 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the South Carolina state average of 41%). 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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
C. E. Murray High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
C. E. Murray High School's student population of 232 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
232 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
C. E. Murray High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C. E. Murray High School is 0.08, 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
#251 out of 1154 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
96%
31%
White
2%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C. E. Murray High School's ranking?
C. E. Murray High School is ranked #251 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of C. E. Murray High School?
The graduation rate of C. E. Murray High School is 90%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend C. E. Murray High School?
232 students attend C. E. Murray High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of C. E. Murray High School students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of C. E. Murray High School?
C. E. Murray High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does C. E. Murray High School offer ?
C. E. Murray High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is C. E. Murray High School part of?
C. E. Murray High School is part of Williamsburg 01 School District.
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