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York Comprehensive High

High School · York 01

275 East Alexander Love Highway, York, SC 29745

Enrollment

1,525

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

6.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#674 of 1,176

In York

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

York 01

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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York Comprehensive High

6.0/10

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

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About York Comprehensive High

York Comprehensive High is a public high school in York, SC, part of York 01. York Comprehensive High serves approximately 1,525 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. York Comprehensive High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #674 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for York Comprehensive High show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below SC schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • SC avg 7.3

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at York Comprehensive 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 Progress8.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.4Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
College Readiness4.7Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
AP Participation7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,172
Chronic Absenteeism32.9%

York Comprehensive High — Students at York Comprehensive High score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 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
69%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
53%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
88%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
82%
2022
Math
34%
ELA
77%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How York Comprehensive High Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in SC
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.6
Sports
3
1 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
87 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
7% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics3sports offered
1 boys'·2 girls'·6 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 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

275 East Alexander Love Highway, York, SC 29745

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering York Comprehensive High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Clover High (rated 7.9/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Clover), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Northwestern High (rated 7.6/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Rock Hill), which scores notably higher. For more schools in York, see our York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Hunter Street Elementary York 1.6 mi 7.2
Harold C. Johnson Elementary York 2.0 mi 6.4
Cotton Belt Elementary York 1.9 mi 6.0
York Intermediate York 3.1 mi 5.1
York Middle York 3.3 mi 4.5
Jefferson Elementary York 3.5 mi 6.4
Larne Elementary Clover 5.4 mi 6.8
Clover High Clover 6.2 mi 7.9
Kinard Elementary Clover 6.6 mi 6.9
Griggs Road Elementary Clover 7.2 mi 8.1
Clover Middle Clover 8.4 mi 6.6
Riverwalk Academy Rock Hill 7.0 mi 5.7
Bethel Elementary Clover 7.6 mi 8.0
Bethany Elementary Clover 8.6 mi 6.6
York Preparatory Academy Rock Hill 8.3 mi 7.9
LAKE POINTE ACADEMY York 8.4 mi 5.5
Rawlinson Road Middle Rock Hill 9.0 mi 4.5
Old Pointe Elementary Rock Hill 8.8 mi 6.0
Northwestern High Rock Hill 9.2 mi 7.6
Dutchman Creek Middle Rock Hill 9.1 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29745 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,665

Median Home Value

$242,200

Median Rent

$961/mo

Population

34,738

College Educated

21.2%

Homeownership

80.6%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

42.7

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School Rating
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Goose Creek High Goose Creek, SC 5.9
Berkeley High Moncks Corner, SC 6.2
Carolina Academy (High) Greenville, SC 6.2
Conway High Conway, SC 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about York Comprehensive High

What grades does York Comprehensive High serve?

York Comprehensive High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend York Comprehensive High?

York Comprehensive High has an enrollment of approximately 1,525 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at York Comprehensive High?

The student-teacher ratio at York Comprehensive High is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does York Comprehensive High rank in SC?

York Comprehensive High ranks #674 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is York Comprehensive High's MySchoolScout rating?

York Comprehensive High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 York Comprehensive High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, York Comprehensive High has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is York Comprehensive High a charter school?

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

Is York Comprehensive High a Title I school?

No, York Comprehensive High is not currently a Title I school.

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

57.8% of students at York Comprehensive 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
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
14 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,525
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
87
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.9%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

District

York 01
District Enrollment
4,993
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,172
District Rank
#5 of 8

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