Very Good
#277 of 1,176 schools in SC
Top 24% in state
W.j. Keenan High
High School · Richland 01
361 Pisgah Church Road, Columbia, SC 29203
Enrollment
719
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
719
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#277 of 1,176
In Columbia
#15 of 72
public schools
In district
#10 of 47
Richland 01
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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W.j. Keenan High
High School in Columbia · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About W.j. Keenan High
W.j. Keenan High is a public high school in Columbia, SC, part of Richland 01. W.j.
Keenan High serves approximately 719 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. W.j. Keenan High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #277 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for W.j. Keenan High show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- SC avg 7.3
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at W.j. Keenan 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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W.j. Keenan High — Students at W.j. Keenan High score 67% 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: 9.7/10.
How W.j. Keenan High Compares
See how W.j. Keenan 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
361 Pisgah Church Road, Columbia, SC 29203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering W.j. Keenan High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Jackson Creek Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Forest Lake Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 3.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MISSION HOPE FOUNDATION (rated 7.0/10, 3.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary Columbia | 2.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Joseph Keels Elementary Columbia | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| V.V.REID SCHOOL Columbia | 2.6 mi | — |
| V.V. REID SCHOOL, LLC Columbia | 2.6 mi | — |
| Carolina School for Inquiry Columbia | 2.5 mi | 4.2 |
| SC Whitmore School Columbia | 3.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Pendergrass Fairwold School Columbia | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Palmetto Achievement Center for Excellence Academy Columbia | 3.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Dent Middle Columbia | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Jackson Creek Elementary Columbia | 3.2 mi | 8.5 |
| J. P. Thomas Elementary Columbia | 3.3 mi | 5.1 |
| SONLIGHT HERITAGE ACADEMY Columbia | 3.9 mi | — |
| Forest Lake Elementary Columbia | 3.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Burton Pack Elementary Columbia | 4.1 mi | 3.6 |
| MISSION HOPE FOUNDATION Columbia | 3.9 mi | 7.0 |
| W. G. Sanders Middle Columbia | 4.2 mi | 7.0 |
| E. L. Wright Middle Columbia | 3.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Arden Elementary Columbia | 4.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Alcorn Middle Columbia | 4.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Longleaf Middle Columbia | 4.2 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,371
Median Home Value
$121,600
Median Rent
$1,041/mo
Population
40,811
College Educated
21.9%
Homeownership
47.9%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
28.3%
Median Age
34.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Andrews High Andrews, SC | 7.5 |
| Blacksburg High Blacksburg, SC | 7.5 |
| Dixie High Due West, SC | 7.5 |
| Lake Marion High School Santee, SC | 7.5 |
| Mullins High Mullins, SC | 7.5 |
| Andrew Jackson High Kershaw, SC | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about W.j. Keenan High
What grades does W.j. Keenan High serve?
W.j. Keenan High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend W.j. Keenan High?
W.j. Keenan High has an enrollment of approximately 719 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at W.j. Keenan High?
The student-teacher ratio at W.j. Keenan High is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does W.j. Keenan High rank in SC?
W.j. Keenan High ranks #277 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is W.j. Keenan High's MySchoolScout rating?
W.j. Keenan High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 W.j. Keenan High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, W.j. Keenan High has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is W.j. Keenan High a charter school?
No, W.j. Keenan High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is W.j. Keenan High a Title I school?
No, W.j. Keenan High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for W.j. Keenan High?
100.0% of students at W.j. Keenan 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
- 719
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Richland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.3%
- Phone
- (803) 714-2500
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Richland 01- District Enrollment
- 22,123
- Schools in District
- 48
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,992
- District Rank
- #10 of 47
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