Excellent
#62 of 1,176 schools in SC
Top 5% in state
Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities
High School · Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities
15 University Street, Greenville, SC 29601
Enrollment
228
Score
8.5
Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
228
Score
8.5
Grades
10th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Greenville
#2 of 51
public schools
South Carolina high schools
#23 of 216
Academic performance
7.9 / 10
Very strong
About Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities
Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities is a public high school in Greenville, SC, part of the Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities. The school serves approximately 228 students in grades 10th – 12th. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 94.8th percentile among SC schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 75% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (7.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $73,321, where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a small city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities — Students at Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities score 75% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 81%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
1.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 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: 7.5/10.
How Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities Compares
See how Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 75% (2021) to 75% (2022).
Location
15 University Street, Greenville, SC 29601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Greenville Technical Charter High School (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Greenville Senior High Academy (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Greenville, see our Greenville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Greenville Senior High Academy Greenville | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN ACADEMY DOWNTOWN Greenville | 0.6 mi | 3.1 |
| A.J. Whittenberg Elementary Greenville | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| BEST SKILLS ACADEMY Greenville | 0.8 mi | — |
| UPSTATE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Greenville | 0.9 mi | — |
| VERITAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Greenville | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| ST ANTHONY OF PADUA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| HAYNSWORTH SCHOOL Greenville | 1.1 mi | — |
| FOOTPRINTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenville | 1.3 mi | — |
| Stone Academy Greenville | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| WESTMINSTER WEEKDAY SCHOOL Greenville | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Augusta Circle Elementary Greenville | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Overbrook Child Development Center Greenville | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| EINSTEIN ACADEMY Greenville | 1.4 mi | — |
| FIRST BAPTIST DAY SCHOOL Greenville | 1.4 mi | — |
| WHEATLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Greenville | 1.7 mi | — |
| Legacy Early College Greenville | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Hollis Academy Greenville | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Greenville Technical Charter High School Greenville | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,321
Median Home Value
$583,200
Median Rent
$1,406/mo
Population
13,452
College Educated
52%
Homeownership
31.5%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
39.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities has a median household income of $73,321. It is a well-educated community where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $583,200, with a median rent of $1,406/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.9%. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HCS Scholars Academy High Conway, SC | 8.4 |
| Lamar High Lamar, SC | 8.6 |
| McCormick High Mccormick, SC | 8.7 |
| Hemingway High Hemingway, SC | 8.9 |
| Palmetto Academy of Learning Motorsports (PALM) Conway, SC | 7.9 |
| JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ridgeland, SC | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities
What grades does Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities serve?
Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities serves students in grades 10th through 12th.
How many students attend Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities?
Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities has an enrollment of approximately 228 students.
How does Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities rank in SC?
Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities is ranked #62 out of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities's MySchoolScout rating?
Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities has 75.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities a charter school?
No, Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities a Title I school?
No, Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities?
1.3% of students at Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 79 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 30 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 60 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (4,116/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 10th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 228
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 1.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Greenville County
- Phone
- (864) 282-3757
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities- District Enrollment
- 228
- Schools in District
- 1
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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