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Berea High

High School · Greenville 01

201 Burdine Drive, Greenville, SC 29617

Enrollment

1,296

Student-Teacher

18.5:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#694 of 1,176

In Greenville

#38 of 51

public schools

In district

#65 of 88

Greenville 01

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Berea High

5.9/10

High School in Greenville · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Berea Elementary

7.5/10

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5.8/10

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About Berea High

Berea High is a public high school in Greenville, SC, part of Greenville 01. Berea High serves approximately 1,296 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Berea High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #694 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Berea High show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • SC avg 7.3

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Berea High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.7Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency73% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+23.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
College Readiness3.4Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate73%
AP Participation5.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,375
Chronic Absenteeism35.3%

Berea High — Students at Berea High score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
55%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
44%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
91%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
85%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
71%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
73%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.

How Berea High Compares

See how Berea High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
41th percentile in SC
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.6
Sports
17
9 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
70 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
5.1% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics17sports offered
9 boys'·8 girls'·24 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

201 Burdine Drive, Greenville, SC 29617

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Berea High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Legacy Early College (rated 8.5/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Berea Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, A.J. Whittenberg Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Greenville, see our Greenville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Berea Elementary Greenville 0.5 mi 7.5
Westcliffe Elementary Greenville 0.8 mi 5.8
ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Greenville 1.6 mi 6.1
Monaview Elementary Greenville 1.6 mi 6.6
Armstrong Elementary Greenville 1.9 mi 6.0
Alexander Elementary Greenville 1.9 mi 4.2
Lakeview Middle Greenville 1.9 mi 3.5
Berea Middle Greenville 2.7 mi 3.4
Legacy Early College Greenville 2.4 mi 8.5
FURMAN UNIVERSITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Greenville 3.1 mi
FOOTPRINTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenville 2.9 mi
Duncan Chapel Elementary Greenville 3.1 mi 5.4
TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Greenville 3.3 mi 7.0
Cherrydale Elementary Greenville 2.9 mi 3.9
Tanglewood Middle Greenville 3.6 mi 4.5
ST ANTHONY OF PADUA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville 3.3 mi 6.4
Hollis Academy Greenville 3.6 mi 6.3
UPSTATE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Greenville 3.4 mi
Welcome Elementary Greenville 4.0 mi 6.7
A.J. Whittenberg Elementary Greenville 3.6 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29617 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,146

Median Home Value

$217,600

Median Rent

$1,046/mo

Population

26,801

College Educated

27.1%

Homeownership

65.5%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

18.5%

Median Age

40.2

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Union County High Union, SC 5.7
Carolina Academy (High) Greenville, SC 6.2
Conway High Conway, SC 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Berea High

What grades does Berea High serve?

Berea High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Berea High?

Berea High has an enrollment of approximately 1,296 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Berea High?

The student-teacher ratio at Berea High is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Berea High rank in SC?

Berea High ranks #694 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Berea High's MySchoolScout rating?

Berea High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Berea High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Berea High has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Berea High a charter school?

No, Berea High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Berea High a Title I school?

No, Berea High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Berea High?

100.0% of students at Berea High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,296
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
70
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Greenville County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.3%
4-Year Graduation
73.0%

District

Greenville 01
District Enrollment
78,371
Schools in District
93
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,375
District Rank
#65 of 88

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