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Sara Babb High
High School · Dept Of Correction N04
4450 Broad River Road, Columbia, SC 29210
Enrollment
3
Student-Teacher
0.8:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
3
Student-Teacher
0.8:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Sara Babb High
Sara Babb High is a public high school in Columbia, SC, part of the Dept Of Correction N04. The school serves approximately 3 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 0.8:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $50,258, where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 3 students, Sara Babb High is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 0.8:1, Sara Babb High offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Sara Babb High may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 3 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.8:1
- Address
- 4450 Broad River Road, Columbia, SC 29210
- Phone
- (803) 896-2714
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
4450 Broad River Road, Columbia, SC 29210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sara Babb High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. River Bluff High (rated 8.5/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Lexington). Another option is Kirkland High (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away). Additionally, Columbia High (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away). For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Broad River High Columbia | 0.4 mi | — |
| Kirkland High Columbia | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| SCDJJ Evaluation and Detention Center Columbia | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Pine Grove Elementary Columbia | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Columbia High Columbia | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Sandel Elementary Columbia | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| BEN LIPPEN SCHOOL Columbia | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Seven Oaks Elementary Columbia | 2.5 mi | 4.1 |
| 1955 Columbia | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| BEN LIPPEN SCHOOL Columbia | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| SC Connections Academy Columbia | 2.9 mi | 2.6 |
| St. Andrews Middle Columbia | 3.5 mi | 5.3 |
| H. B. Rhame Elementary Columbia | 3.6 mi | 5.0 |
| MONTESSORI EARLY LEARNING CENTER Columbia | 3.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Forest Heights Elementary Columbia | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Leaphart Elementary Columbia | 3.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Edward E. Taylor Elementary Columbia | 3.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Harbison West Elementary Columbia | 3.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Heyward Gibbes Middle Columbia | 3.9 mi | 5.6 |
| River Bluff High Lexington | 4.3 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,258
Median Home Value
$183,000
Median Rent
$1,076/mo
Population
40,504
College Educated
29.8%
Homeownership
37.1%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
18.9%
Median Age
33.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sara Babb High has a median household income of $50,258. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $183,000, with a median rent of $1,076/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.9%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sara Babb High
What grades does Sara Babb High serve?
Sara Babb High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Sara Babb High?
Sara Babb High has an enrollment of approximately 3 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sara Babb High?
The student-teacher ratio at Sara Babb High is 0.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Sara Babb High a charter school?
No, Sara Babb High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sara Babb High a Title I school?
No, Sara Babb High is not currently a Title I school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (4,022/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Columbia). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 3
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Richland County
- Phone
- (803) 896-2714
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Dept Of Correction N04- District Enrollment
- 129
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $70,164
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