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#630 of 1,176 schools in SC
Chester Senior High
High School · Chester 01
1330 J. A. Cochran Bypass, Chester, SC 29706
Enrollment
741
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
741
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#630 of 1,176
In Chester
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 11
Chester 01
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Chester Senior High
High School in Chester · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Chester Senior High
Chester Senior High is a public high school in Chester, SC, part of Chester 01. Chester Senior High serves approximately 741 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Chester Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #630 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Chester Senior High show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- SC avg 7.3
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Chester Senior 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
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Chester Senior High — Students at Chester Senior High score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.3/10.
How Chester Senior High Compares
See how Chester Senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1330 J. A. Cochran Bypass, Chester, SC 29706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chester Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lewisville High (rated 8.2/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Richburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Pointe High (rated 8.2/10, 15.9 miles away, in nearby Rock Hill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Northwestern High (rated 7.6/10, 19.2 miles away, in nearby Rock Hill), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chester, see our Chester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Academy for Teaching and Learning Chester | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Chester Park School Elementary of Inquiry Chester | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Chester Park Elementary School for the Arts Chester | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Chester Park Elementary School of Literacy and Technology Chester | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Chester Middle Chester | 2.3 mi | 3.9 |
| HAWTHORNE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chester | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| THE ACADEMY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rock Hill | 11.6 mi | — |
| Lewisville Middle Richburg | 10.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Lewisville High Richburg | 11.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Lewisville Elementary Richburg | 11.7 mi | 7.7 |
| South Pointe High Rock Hill | 15.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Saluda Trail Middle Rock Hill | 15.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Oakdale Elementary Rock Hill | 16.0 mi | 6.7 |
| York Preparatory Academy Rock Hill | 17.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Mount Holly Elementary Rock Hill | 17.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Sunset Park Center for Accelerated Studies Rock Hill | 18.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Jefferson Elementary York | 19.2 mi | 6.4 |
| York Middle York | 19.4 mi | 4.5 |
| York Intermediate York | 19.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Northwestern High Rock Hill | 19.2 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,141
Median Home Value
$142,200
Median Rent
$864/mo
Population
19,181
College Educated
14.5%
Homeownership
74.2%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
22%
Median Age
42.5
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|---|---|
| Marion High Marion, SC | 6.1 |
| ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville, SC | 6.1 |
| Saluda High Saluda, SC | 6.1 |
| Odyssey Online Learning Chapin, SC | 6.0 |
| Carolina Academy (High) Greenville, SC | 6.2 |
| Central High Pageland, SC | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chester Senior High
What grades does Chester Senior High serve?
Chester Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Chester Senior High?
Chester Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 741 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chester Senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Chester Senior High is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Chester Senior High rank in SC?
Chester Senior High ranks #630 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Chester Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Chester Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Chester Senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Chester Senior High has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Chester Senior High a charter school?
No, Chester Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Chester Senior High a Title I school?
No, Chester Senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chester Senior High?
100.0% of students at Chester Senior 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 741
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Chester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.9%
- Phone
- (803) 377-3161
- 4-Year Graduation
- 73.0%
Resources & Links
District
Chester 01- District Enrollment
- 4,590
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,920
- District Rank
- #5 of 11
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