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Scott's Branch High
High School · Clarendon 06
9253 Alex Harvin Highway, Summerton, SC 29148
Enrollment
188
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
188
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
School environment
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Scott's Branch High
Scott's Branch High is a public high school in Summerton, SC, part of the Clarendon 06. The school serves approximately 188 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $46,455, where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 188 students, Scott's Branch 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.
Located in a rural area, Scott's Branch 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
- 188 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Address
- 9253 Alex Harvin Highway, Summerton, SC 29148
- Phone
- (803) 574-2100
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
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How Scott's Branch High Compares
See how Scott's Branch High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9253 Alex Harvin Highway, Summerton, SC 29148
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Scott's Branch High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lake Marion High School (rated 7.8/10, 16.3 miles away, in nearby Santee). Additionally, Lakewood High (rated 5.1/10, 16.5 miles away, in nearby Sumter). For more schools in Summerton, see our Summerton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Scott's Branch Middle Summerton | 0.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Dr. Rose H. Wilder Elementary Summerton | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| HARVEST COMMUNITY SCHOOL Summerton | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| CLARENDON HALL SCHOOL Summerton | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Manning Early Childhood Center Manning | 7.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Manning Junior High Manning | 7.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Manning High Manning | 7.7 mi | — |
| Manning Elementary Manning | 8.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Manning Primary Manning | 8.4 mi | 7.9 |
| LAURENCE MANNING ACADEMY Manning | 8.7 mi | 2.8 |
| Manchester Elementary Pinewood | 11.9 mi | 2.7 |
| Vance-Providence Elementary Vance | 14.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Furman Middle Sumter | 14.4 mi | 5.0 |
| St. James-Gaillard Elementary Eutawville | 15.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Pocalla Springs Elementary Sumter | 15.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Lakewood High Sumter | 16.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Elloree Elementary Elloree | 14.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Lake Marion High School Santee | 16.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Kingsbury Elementary Sumter | 19.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Wilder Elementary Sumter | 19.5 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29148 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,455
Median Home Value
$153,400
Median Rent
$700/mo
Population
5,753
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
76.8%
Avg Commute
40.7 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
52.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Scott's Branch High has a median household income of $46,455. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $153,400, with a median rent of $700/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.8%. The average commute in the area is 41 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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|---|---|
| Blackville-Hilda High Blackville, SC | — |
| Coastal High School Myrtle Beach, SC | — |
| Denmark Olar High Denmark, SC | — |
| Williston-Elko High Williston, SC | — |
| Learn4Life High School-Charleston N. Charleston, SC | 4.7 |
| Calhoun Falls Charter School Calhoun Falls, SC | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Scott's Branch High
What grades does Scott's Branch High serve?
Scott's Branch High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Scott's Branch High?
Scott's Branch High has an enrollment of approximately 188 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Scott's Branch High?
The student-teacher ratio at Scott's Branch High is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Scott's Branch High a charter school?
No, Scott's Branch High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Scott's Branch High a Title I school?
No, Scott's Branch High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Scott's Branch High?
100.0% of students at Scott's Branch 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
- City Safety
- High (10,614/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Summerton). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 188
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Clarendon County
- Phone
- (803) 574-2100
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Clarendon 06- District Enrollment
- 4,244
- Schools in District
- 11
Other Schools in This District
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