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#413 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 35% in state

Brookland-cayce High

High School · Lexington 02

1300 State Street, Cayce, SC 29033

Enrollment

1,222

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

7.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#413 of 1,176

In Cayce

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 12

Lexington 02

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Brookland-cayce High

7.0/10

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About Brookland-cayce High

Brookland-cayce High is a public high school in Cayce, SC, part of Lexington 02. Brookland-cayce High serves approximately 1,222 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Brookland-cayce High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #413 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Brookland-cayce High show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.5
  • SC avg 7.3

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Brookland-cayce 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 Progress9.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.2Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency79% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency66% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+29.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
College Readiness5.3Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate83%
AP Participation10.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,535
Chronic Absenteeism42.2%

Brookland-cayce High — Students at Brookland-cayce High score 66% 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 50.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.1% (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
61%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
49%
2011
Math
44%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
79%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Brookland-cayce High Compares

See how Brookland-cayce High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
65th percentile in SC
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.6
Sports
8
5 boys' · 3 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
14:1 student-teacher ratio
89 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
10.1% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics8sports offered
5 boys'·3 girls'·8 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

1300 State Street, Cayce, SC 29033

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brookland-cayce High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA (rated 8.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Columbia), which scores notably higher. Another option is GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby West Columbia), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Riverbank Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby West Columbia), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cayce, see our Cayce schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL West Columbia 1.6 mi 8.0
HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY West Columbia 1.6 mi
ST PETERS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Columbia 1.9 mi 7.8
Cayce Elementary Cayce 2.1 mi 6.8
South Carolina Virtual Charter School West Columbia 1.9 mi 7.8
Logan Elementary Columbia 2.2 mi 6.6
Cyril B. Busbee Creative Arts Academy Cayce 2.3 mi 6.1
Saluda River Academy for the Arts West Columbia 2.1 mi 6.4
Clear Dot Charter School Columbia 2.5 mi 5.6
Riverbank Elementary West Columbia 2.7 mi 7.9
Northside Middle West Columbia 2.8 mi 4.2
A. C. Moore Elementary Columbia 2.7 mi 7.7
ST MARTIN DE PORRES SCHOOL Columbia 3.0 mi
Edward E. Taylor Elementary Columbia 3.5 mi 3.5
MONTESSORI EARLY LEARNING CENTER Columbia 3.4 mi 4.9
Hand Middle Columbia 3.0 mi 6.6
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA Columbia 3.0 mi 8.5
East Point Academy West Columbia 3.1 mi 7.8
H. B. Rhame Elementary Columbia 3.5 mi 4.6
St. Andrews Middle Columbia 3.6 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,524

Median Home Value

$156,400

Median Rent

$1,342/mo

Population

12,971

College Educated

31%

Homeownership

59.3%

Avg Commute

19.7 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Median Age

37.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brookland-cayce High

What grades does Brookland-cayce High serve?

Brookland-cayce High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Brookland-cayce High?

Brookland-cayce High has an enrollment of approximately 1,222 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brookland-cayce High?

The student-teacher ratio at Brookland-cayce High is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brookland-cayce High rank in SC?

Brookland-cayce High ranks #413 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Brookland-cayce High's MySchoolScout rating?

Brookland-cayce High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Brookland-cayce High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brookland-cayce High has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Brookland-cayce High a charter school?

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

Is Brookland-cayce High a Title I school?

No, Brookland-cayce High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brookland-cayce High?

100.0% of students at Brookland-cayce 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
69 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
68 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,222
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
89
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lexington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.2%
4-Year Graduation
83.0%

District

Lexington 02
District Enrollment
8,544
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,535
District Rank
#2 of 12

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