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Broad River High
High School · Dept Of Correction N04
4460 Broad River Road, Columbia, SC 29210
Enrollment
16
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
16
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Broad River High
Broad River High is a public high school in Columbia, SC, part of the Dept Of Correction N04. The school serves approximately 16 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 5.3:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $50,258, where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a midsize city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 16 students, Broad River High is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 5.3:1, Broad River High offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 16 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Address
- 4460 Broad River Road, Columbia, SC 29210
- Phone
- (803) 896-2714
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
4460 Broad River Road, Columbia, SC 29210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Broad River High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Kirkland High (rated 7.8/10). Another option is Columbia High (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away). Additionally, Eau Claire High (rated 7.2/10, 3.7 miles away). For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kirkland High Columbia | 0.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Sara Babb High Columbia | 0.4 mi | — |
| SCDJJ Evaluation and Detention Center Columbia | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Pine Grove Elementary Columbia | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Columbia High Columbia | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| BEN LIPPEN SCHOOL Columbia | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Sandel Elementary Columbia | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| 1955 Columbia | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Seven Oaks Elementary Columbia | 2.6 mi | 4.1 |
| SC Connections Academy Columbia | 2.9 mi | 2.6 |
| BEN LIPPEN SCHOOL Columbia | 2.8 mi | 5.3 |
| St. Andrews Middle Columbia | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| H. B. Rhame Elementary Columbia | 3.3 mi | 5.0 |
| MONTESSORI EARLY LEARNING CENTER Columbia | 3.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Forest Heights Elementary Columbia | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Edward E. Taylor Elementary Columbia | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Heyward Gibbes Middle Columbia | 3.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Leaphart Elementary Columbia | 3.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Eau Claire High Columbia | 3.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Harbison West Elementary Columbia | 4.0 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,258
Median Home Value
$183,000
Median Rent
$1,076/mo
Population
40,504
College Educated
29.8%
Homeownership
37.1%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
18.9%
Median Age
33.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Broad River High has a median household income of $50,258. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $183,000, with a median rent of $1,076/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.9%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| AMIKIDS BEAUFORT Seabrook, SC | — |
| CHARIS ACADEMY Summerville, SC | — |
| MOUNT OLIVET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Camden, SC | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Broad River High
What grades does Broad River High serve?
Broad River High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Broad River High?
Broad River High has an enrollment of approximately 16 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Broad River High?
The student-teacher ratio at Broad River High is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Broad River High a charter school?
No, Broad River High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Broad River High a Title I school?
No, Broad River High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Broad River High?
81.2% of students at Broad River 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
- City Safety
- High (4,022/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Columbia). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 16
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Richland County
- Phone
- (803) 896-2714
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Dept Of Correction N04- District Enrollment
- 129
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $70,164
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