Serving 692 students in grades 9-12, Mid-carolina High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (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 35% 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: 692 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mid-carolina High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mid-carolina High School's student population of 692 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
692 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Mid-carolina High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mid-carolina High School is 0.53, 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
#28 out of 1154 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
19%
31%
White
65%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
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 Mid-carolina High School's ranking?
Mid-carolina High School is ranked #28 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Mid-carolina High School often compared to?
Mid-carolina High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mid-carolina Middle School, Little Mountain Elementary School, Newberry Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mid-carolina High School?
The graduation rate of Mid-carolina High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mid-carolina High School?
692 students attend Mid-carolina High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Mid-carolina High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mid-carolina High School?
Mid-carolina High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mid-carolina High School offer ?
Mid-carolina High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mid-carolina High School part of?
Mid-carolina High School is part of Newberry 01 School District.
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