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#433 of 1,176 schools in SC
Top 37% in state
Georgetown High
High School · Georgetown 01
2500 Authuan Maybank Drive, Georgetown, SC 29440
Enrollment
917
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
917
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#433 of 1,176
In Georgetown
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 19
Georgetown 01
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Georgetown High
Georgetown High is a public high school in Georgetown, SC, part of Georgetown 01. Georgetown High serves approximately 917 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Georgetown High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #433 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Georgetown High show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 7.7
- SC avg 7.3
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Georgetown 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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Georgetown High — Students at Georgetown High score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.8%
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: 9.1/10.
How Georgetown High Compares
See how Georgetown 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
2500 Authuan Maybank Drive, Georgetown, SC 29440
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Georgetown High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Waccamaw High (rated 8.3/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Pawleys Island), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carvers Bay Early College and Career High (rated 8.0/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Hemingway), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE GEORGETOWN SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES (rated 7.0/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Georgetown, see our Georgetown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29440 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,926
Median Home Value
$160,400
Median Rent
$912/mo
Population
26,419
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
81.7%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Median Age
45.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Belton Honea Path High Honea Path, SC | 6.9 |
| Hanahan High Hanahan, SC | 6.9 |
| North Charleston High North Charleston, SC | 6.9 |
| Brookland-Cayce High Cayce, SC | 7.0 |
| Charleston Charter School for Math and Science Charleston, SC | 7.0 |
| Gilbert High Gilbert, SC | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Georgetown High
What grades does Georgetown High serve?
Georgetown High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Georgetown High?
Georgetown High has an enrollment of approximately 917 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Georgetown High?
The student-teacher ratio at Georgetown High is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Georgetown High rank in SC?
Georgetown High ranks #433 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Georgetown High's MySchoolScout rating?
Georgetown High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Georgetown High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Georgetown High has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Georgetown High a charter school?
No, Georgetown High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Georgetown High a Title I school?
No, Georgetown High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Georgetown High?
80.8% of students at Georgetown 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 917
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 75
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Georgetown County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.7%
- Phone
- (843) 546-8516
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80.0%
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District
Georgetown 01- District Enrollment
- 8,355
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,951
- District Rank
- #6 of 19
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