Williston-elko High School serves 198 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% 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: 198 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Williston-elko High School's student population of 198 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
198 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Williston-elko High School is 0.50, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
63%
31%
White
32%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
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 schools are Williston-elko High School often compared to?
Williston-elko High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barnwell High School, Blackville-hilda High School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Williston-elko High School?
198 students attend Williston-elko High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Williston-elko High School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Williston-elko High School?
Williston-elko High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Williston-elko High School offer ?
Williston-elko High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Williston-elko High School part of?
Williston-elko High School is part of Barnwell 48 School District.
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