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Very Good

#221 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 19% in state

Spartanburg High

High School · Spartanburg 07

2250 E. Main Street, Spartanburg, SC 29307

Enrollment

2,205

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

7.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#221 of 1,176

In Spartanburg

#5 of 25

public schools

In district

#3 of 10

Spartanburg 07

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Spartanburg High

7.7/10

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

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About Spartanburg High

Spartanburg High is a public high school in Spartanburg, SC, part of Spartanburg 07. Spartanburg High serves approximately 2,205 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Spartanburg High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #221 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Spartanburg High show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above SC schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • SC avg 7.3

What Parents Should Know

Spartanburg High is a large school: 2,205 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.

33% of students at Spartanburg 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+1.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendImproving
Academics9.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+23.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
College Readiness6.1Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate84%
AP Participation13.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,371
Chronic Absenteeism33.4%

Spartanburg High — Students at Spartanburg High score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 70.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 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
60%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
54%
ELA
55%
2012
Math
49%
ELA
58%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
64.5%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
79%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
79%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
85%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Spartanburg High Compares

See how Spartanburg High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
81th percentile in SC
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
5.5/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.6
Sports
3
1 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
137 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
13.2% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics3sports offered
1 boys'·2 girls'·7 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

2250 E. Main Street, Spartanburg, SC 29307

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Spartanburg High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Pine St. Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Jesse Boyd Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SPARTANBURG DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Spartanburg, see our Spartanburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
McCracken Middle Spartanburg 0.6 mi 6.3
SPARTANBURG DAY SCHOOL Spartanburg 0.8 mi 7.9
Drayton Mills Elementary Spartanburg 1.3 mi 7.7
Jesse Boyd Elementary Spartanburg 1.5 mi 8.2
Cannons Elementary Spartanburg 2.4 mi 7.5
Broome High Spartanburg 2.0 mi 7.3
Clifdale Middle Spartanburg 2.4 mi 4.9
Pine St. Elementary Spartanburg 3.0 mi 8.5
ST PAUL THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Spartanburg 3.2 mi 7.3
Meeting Street Academy-Spartanburg Spartanburg 3.5 mi 5.7
Mary H. Wright Elementary Spartanburg 3.9 mi 4.7
Spartanburg Preparatory School Spartanburg 3.9 mi 5.0
MONTESSORI ACADEMY Spartanburg 3.9 mi
Carver Middle Spartanburg 4.0 mi 5.2
SC School for the Blind High Spartanburg 4.7 mi
SC School for the Deaf High Spartanburg 4.7 mi
SC School for the Deaf Elementary/Middle Spartanburg 4.7 mi 6.6
SC School for the Blind Elementary/Middle Spartanburg 4.7 mi
Cedar Springs Academy Spartanburg 4.7 mi 6.0
E. P. Todd School Spartanburg 4.9 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29307 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,330

Median Home Value

$207,800

Median Rent

$1,043/mo

Population

18,497

College Educated

35.4%

Homeownership

69.8%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

15.1%

Median Age

42.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spartanburg High

What grades does Spartanburg High serve?

Spartanburg High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Spartanburg High?

Spartanburg High has an enrollment of approximately 2,205 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Spartanburg High?

The student-teacher ratio at Spartanburg High is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Spartanburg High rank in SC?

Spartanburg High ranks #221 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Spartanburg High's MySchoolScout rating?

Spartanburg High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Spartanburg High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Spartanburg High has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Spartanburg High a charter school?

No, Spartanburg High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Spartanburg High a Title I school?

No, Spartanburg High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spartanburg High?

69.1% of students at Spartanburg 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

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,205
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
137
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Spartanburg County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.4%
4-Year Graduation
84.0%

District

Spartanburg 07
District Enrollment
7,518
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,371
District Rank
#3 of 10

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