Sc Governor's School For Agriculture At John De La Howe serves 69 students in grades 10-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sc Governor's School For Agriculture At John De La Howe ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sc Governor's School For Agriculture At John De La Howe's student population of 69 students has grown by 109% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
69 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sc Governor's School For Agriculture At John De La Howe is 0.26, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
12%
31%
White
85%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
67%
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 the graduation rate of Sc Governor's School For Agriculture At John De La Howe?
The graduation rate of Sc Governor's School For Agriculture At John De La Howe is 80%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Sc Governor's School For Agriculture At John De La Howe?
69 students attend Sc Governor's School For Agriculture At John De La Howe.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Sc Governor's School For Agriculture At John De La Howe students are White, 12% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sc Governor's School For Agriculture At John De La Howe?
Sc Governor's School For Agriculture At John De La Howe has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sc Governor's School For Agriculture At John De La Howe offer ?
Sc Governor's School For Agriculture At John De La Howe offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sc Governor's School For Agriculture At John De La Howe part of?
Sc Governor's School For Agriculture At John De La Howe is part of Sc Governor's School For Agriculture At John De La Howe Scho School District.
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