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#353 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 30% in state

J. L. Mann High Academy

High School · Greenville 01

160 Fairforest Way, Greenville, SC 29607

Enrollment

2,062

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

7.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#353 of 1,176

In Greenville

#22 of 51

public schools

In district

#33 of 88

Greenville 01

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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J. L. Mann High Academy

7.2/10

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

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About J. L. Mann High Academy

J. L. Mann High Academy is a public high school in Greenville, SC, part of Greenville 01.

J. L. Mann High Academy serves approximately 2,062 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio.

J. L. Mann High Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #353 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for J. L. Mann High Academy show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • SC avg 7.3

What Parents Should Know

J. L. Mann High Academy is a large school: 2,062 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.

37% of students at J. L. Mann High Academy 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 Progress8.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency86% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+16.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College Readiness8.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation29.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,375
Chronic Absenteeism36.5%

J. L. Mann High Academy — Students at J. L. Mann High Academy score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 79.0% (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
78%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
91%
ELA
89%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
86%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
83%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
70%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
88%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
88%
2022
Math
68%
ELA
86%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How J. L. Mann High Academy Compares

See how J. L. Mann High Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
70th percentile in SC
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.6
Sports
21
11 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
113 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
29.7% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
11 boys'·10 girls'·38 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

160 Fairforest Way, Greenville, SC 29607

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering J. L. Mann High Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Greenville Technical Charter High School (rated 9.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mauldin High (rated 7.5/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Mauldin), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Greenville, see our Greenville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville 0.3 mi 6.1
CHRIST CHURCH EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Greenville 1.0 mi 6.0
CAMPERDOWN ACADEMY Greenville 1.4 mi 7.8
Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle Greenville 1.3 mi 5.9
LEAD Academy Greenville 1.8 mi 7.1
Sara Collins Elementary Greenville 1.7 mi 7.0
Washington Center Greenville 1.8 mi 4.0
Beck International Academy Greenville 2.3 mi 5.8
MAULDIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mauldin 2.7 mi 5.3
MAULDIN UNITED METHODIST PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Mauldin 2.7 mi
Greenville Technical Charter High School Greenville 2.5 mi 9.4
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF MAULDIN Mauldin 2.7 mi 6.2
Sterling School Greenville 2.7 mi 8.7
CONESTEE BAPTIST DAY SCHOOL Conestee 3.0 mi 5.2
OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville 2.5 mi 6.7
WHEATLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Greenville 2.9 mi
Blythe Academy Greenville 2.7 mi 7.9
EINSTEIN ACADEMY Greenville 3.0 mi
FIRST BAPTIST DAY SCHOOL Greenville 3.0 mi
Mauldin High Mauldin 2.9 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,249

Median Home Value

$315,100

Median Rent

$1,339/mo

Population

43,325

College Educated

49.8%

Homeownership

45.6%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

34.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about J. L. Mann High Academy

What grades does J. L. Mann High Academy serve?

J. L. Mann High Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend J. L. Mann High Academy?

J. L. Mann High Academy has an enrollment of approximately 2,062 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at J. L. Mann High Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at J. L. Mann High Academy is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does J. L. Mann High Academy rank in SC?

J. L. Mann High Academy ranks #353 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is J. L. Mann High Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

J. L. Mann High Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 J. L. Mann High Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, J. L. Mann High Academy has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is J. L. Mann High Academy a charter school?

No, J. L. Mann High Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is J. L. Mann High Academy a Title I school?

No, J. L. Mann High Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for J. L. Mann High Academy?

46.9% of students at J. L. Mann High Academy 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
12 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
18 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,062
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
113
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Greenville County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.5%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Greenville 01
District Enrollment
78,371
Schools in District
93
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,375
District Rank
#33 of 88

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