Very Good
#318 of 1,176 schools in SC
Top 27% in state
Lake City High
High School · Florence 03
P.O. Box 1569, Lake City, SC 29560
Enrollment
552
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
552
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#318 of 1,176
In Lake City
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
Florence 03
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Lake City High
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About Lake City High
Lake City High is a public high school in Lake City, SC, part of Florence 03. Lake City High serves approximately 552 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake City High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #318 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Lake City High show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- SC avg 7.3
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Lake City 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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Lake City High — Students at Lake City High score 50% 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: 8.6/10.
How Lake City High Compares
See how Lake City 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
P.O. Box 1569, Lake City, SC 29560
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lake City High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hannah Pamplico High (rated 8.1/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Pamplico), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, J. Paul Truluck Creative Arts and Science Magnet (rated 5.4/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lake City, see our Lake City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29560 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,421
Median Home Value
$108,000
Median Rent
$702/mo
Population
12,284
College Educated
18.7%
Homeownership
57.3%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
21.7%
Median Age
44.4
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| Cheraw High Cheraw, SC | 7.2 |
| Great Falls High Great Falls, SC | 7.2 |
| Liberty High Liberty, SC | 7.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lake City High
What grades does Lake City High serve?
Lake City High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Lake City High?
Lake City High has an enrollment of approximately 552 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake City High?
The student-teacher ratio at Lake City High is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lake City High rank in SC?
Lake City High ranks #318 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Lake City High's MySchoolScout rating?
Lake City High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Lake City High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake City High has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lake City High a charter school?
No, Lake City High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lake City High a Title I school?
No, Lake City High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake City High?
100.0% of students at Lake City 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
- 552
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Florence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.1%
- Phone
- (843) 374-3321
- 4-Year Graduation
- 70.0%
Resources & Links
District
Florence 03- District Enrollment
- 2,908
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,537
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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