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#458 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 39% in state

Greenwood High

High School · Greenwood 50

1816 Cokesbury Road, Greenwood, SC 29649

Enrollment

1,751

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

6.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#458 of 1,176

In Greenwood

#2 of 12

public schools

In district

#3 of 13

Greenwood 50

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Greenwood High

6.8/10

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

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3.6/10

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About Greenwood High

Greenwood High is a public high school in Greenwood, SC, part of Greenwood 50. Greenwood High serves approximately 1,751 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Greenwood High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #458 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Greenwood High show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • SC avg 7.3

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-0.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.2Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency78% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+30.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
College Readiness6.3Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation10.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,530
Chronic Absenteeism29.2%

Greenwood High — Students at Greenwood 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 50.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.2% (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
72%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
80%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
73%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
73%
2022
Math
55%
ELA
78%

* 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 Greenwood High Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
61th percentile in SC
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.6
Sports
18
9 boys' · 9 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
19:1 student-teacher ratio
94 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
10.2% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics18sports offered
9 boys'·9 girls'·32 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

1816 Cokesbury Road, Greenwood, SC 29649

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Greenwood High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Ware Shoals High (rated 8.3/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Ware Shoals), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ninety Six High (rated 7.4/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Ninety Six), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Emerald High (rated 6.6/10, 2.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Greenwood, see our Greenwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Pinecrest Elementary Greenwood 0.2 mi 3.6
Merrywood Elementary Greenwood 1.2 mi 6.8
Northside Middle Greenwood 1.3 mi 3.5
Lakeview Elementary Greenwood 1.8 mi 5.2
CAMBRIDGE ACADEMY Greenwood 1.8 mi 5.6
Eleanor S. Rice Elementary Greenwood 2.0 mi 4.7
Emerald High Greenwood 2.8 mi 6.6
Mathews Elementary Greenwood 3.9 mi 6.5
Brewer Middle Greenwood 3.9 mi 5.2
Woodfields Elementary Greenwood 4.2 mi 4.5
Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary Greenwood 5.4 mi 6.3
Westview Middle Greenwood 5.5 mi 5.8
Hodges Elementary Hodges 5.9 mi 7.3
Ninety Six Primary Ninety Six 9.6 mi 6.8
Edgewood Middle Ninety Six 9.9 mi 5.7
Ninety Six High Ninety Six 9.9 mi 7.4
Ware Shoals High Ware Shoals 11.8 mi 8.3
Ninety Six Elementary Ninety Six 10.4 mi 7.2
Ware Shoals Elementary Middle Ware Shoals 12.2 mi 4.9
Long Cane Primary Abbeville 10.5 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29649 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,268

Median Home Value

$207,700

Median Rent

$937/mo

Population

25,762

College Educated

34.6%

Homeownership

64.5%

Avg Commute

18.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

37.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Hillcrest High Simpsonville, SC 6.8
Lucy Garrett Beckham High Mt. Pleasant, SC 6.8
Myrtle Beach High Myrtle Beach, SC 6.8
Sumter High School Sumter, SC 6.8
White Knoll High Lexington, SC 6.8
Blue Ridge High Greer, SC 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Greenwood High

What grades does Greenwood High serve?

Greenwood High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Greenwood High?

Greenwood High has an enrollment of approximately 1,751 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Greenwood High?

The student-teacher ratio at Greenwood High is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Greenwood High rank in SC?

Greenwood High ranks #458 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Greenwood High's MySchoolScout rating?

Greenwood High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Greenwood High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Greenwood High has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Greenwood High a charter school?

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

Is Greenwood High a Title I school?

No, Greenwood High is not currently a Title I school.

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

100.0% of students at Greenwood 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,751
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
94
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Greenwood County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.2%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Greenwood 50
District Enrollment
8,520
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,530
District Rank
#3 of 13

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