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Goose Creek High

High School · Berkeley 01

1137 Red Bank Road, Goose Creek, SC 29445

Enrollment

2,002

Student-Teacher

17.9:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#687 of 1,176

In Goose Creek

#6 of 14

public schools

In district

#19 of 46

Berkeley 01

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Goose Creek High

5.9/10

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

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3.5/10

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About Goose Creek High

Goose Creek High is a public high school in Goose Creek, SC, part of Berkeley 01. Goose Creek High serves approximately 2,002 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Goose Creek High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #687 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Goose Creek High show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • SC avg 7.3

What Parents Should Know

Goose Creek High is a large school: 2,002 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

35% of students at Goose Creek 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 Progress8.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency83% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+12.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
College Readiness4.0Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate79%
AP Participation5.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,810
Chronic Absenteeism34.5%

Goose Creek High — Students at Goose Creek High score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.1% (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
64%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
49%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
58%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
85%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
68%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
68%
2022
Math
36%
ELA
83%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Goose Creek High Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
42th percentile in SC
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.6
Sports
2
1 boys' · 1 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
112 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
5.2% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics2sports offered
1 boys'·1 girls'·2 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

1137 Red Bank Road, Goose Creek, SC 29445

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Goose Creek High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NORTHSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby North Charleston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mevers School of Excellence (rated 7.8/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GREEN Charter School Lowcountry (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby N. Charleston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Goose Creek, see our Goose Creek schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Mount Holly Elementary Goose Creek 0.3 mi 3.5
Sedgefield Middle Goose Creek 0.4 mi 2.5
Howe Hall AIMS Elementary Goose Creek 0.8 mi 7.3
Goose Creek Elementary Goose Creek 0.9 mi 5.7
Bowen's Corner Elementary Hanahan 2.0 mi 7.2
GREEN Charter School Lowcountry N. Charleston 1.7 mi 7.7
Deer Park Middle North Charleston 2.0 mi 6.4
Hanahan Elementary Hanahan 2.8 mi 4.1
Marrington Elementary Goose Creek 2.4 mi 7.0
Marrington Middle School of the Arts Goose Creek 2.5 mi 7.0
Mevers School of Excellence Goose Creek 3.0 mi 7.8
Westview Elementary Goose Creek 2.8 mi 5.1
A. C. Corcoran Elementary North Charleston 2.7 mi 3.0
Westview Middle Goose Creek 2.9 mi 4.0
CROWFIELD ACADEMY Goose Creek 2.8 mi
Westview Primary Goose Creek 3.0 mi 4.3
NORTHSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL North Charleston 3.0 mi 9.2
Pinehurst Elementary North Charleston 3.1 mi 4.0
Boulder Bluff Elementary Goose Creek 3.5 mi 4.0
Northwoods Middle North Charleston 3.2 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29445 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,778

Median Home Value

$256,000

Median Rent

$1,441/mo

Population

59,011

College Educated

25.1%

Homeownership

70.7%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

36.1

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Conway High Conway, SC 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Goose Creek High

What grades does Goose Creek High serve?

Goose Creek High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Goose Creek High?

Goose Creek High has an enrollment of approximately 2,002 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Goose Creek High?

The student-teacher ratio at Goose Creek High is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Goose Creek High rank in SC?

Goose Creek High ranks #687 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Goose Creek High's MySchoolScout rating?

Goose Creek 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 Goose Creek High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Goose Creek High has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Goose Creek High a charter school?

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

Is Goose Creek High a Title I school?

No, Goose Creek High is not currently a Title I school.

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

76.0% of students at Goose Creek 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
56 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,002
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
112
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Berkeley County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.5%
4-Year Graduation
79.0%

District

Berkeley 01
District Enrollment
39,265
Schools in District
47
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,810
District Rank
#19 of 46

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