Serving 2,490 students in grades 9-12, Cane Bay High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cane Bay High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cane Bay High School's student population of 2,490 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Colors
White, Black, Blue
School Rankings
Cane Bay High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cane Bay High School is 0.65, 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
#154 out of 1154 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
22%
31%
White
53%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
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 Cane Bay High School's ranking?
Cane Bay High School is ranked #154 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Cane Bay High School often compared to?
Cane Bay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashley Ridge High School, Stratford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cane Bay High School?
The graduation rate of Cane Bay High School is 89%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Cane Bay High School?
2,490 students attend Cane Bay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Cane Bay High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cane Bay High School?
Cane Bay High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cane Bay High School offer ?
Cane Bay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cane Bay High School part of?
Cane Bay High School is part of Berkeley 01 School District.
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