Paul M. Dorman High School is a public high school located in unincorporated Spartanburg County, South Carolina, United States. It is the only comprehensive high school in Spartanburg County School District 6. It has a Roebuck post office address; neither campus is in the Roebuck census-designated place.
Serving 3,925 students in grades 9-12, Dorman High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (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 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,925 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dorman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Dorman High School's student population of 3,925 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 218 teachers has grown by 77% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
3,925 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
218 teachers
Year Founded
1964
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
School Motto
Virtus in Arduis
School Rankings
Dorman 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 Dorman High School is 0.72, which is more 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
#125 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
23%
14%
Black
32%
31%
White
36%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Dorman High School's ranking?
Dorman High School is ranked #125 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Dorman High School often compared to?
Dorman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spartanburg High School, James F. Byrnes High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dorman High School?
The graduation rate of Dorman High School is 84%, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Dorman High School?
3,925 students attend Dorman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Dorman High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dorman High School?
Dorman High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dorman High School offer ?
Dorman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dorman High School part of?
Dorman High School is part of Spartanburg 06 School District.
School Reviews
5 6/8/2010
Dorman is an excellent school. The teachers here are the best and really care about the students. There are plenty of opportunities to do well if the kids will take advantage of them. I love Dorman and wouldn't go anywhere else. It's like a big family.
2 5/17/2010
It's a good school, but I've noticed alot of the students are pessimmistic and don't really care about much. The teachers try hard, but the students are the problem. Many parents aren't very involved
5 8/3/2009
Dorman High school teachers are the best. They really care about the students and in addition to educating them, they instill so many good characteristics and qualities in the children. I am blessed to live in this area. It is large but the school is like a big family.
2 5/18/2009
Dorman High School is too big. There is quite a large drug problems which the administration does a very good job of sweeping under the rug. I would not recommend this school.
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