Andrew Jackson High School is a public high school in Kershaw, South Carolina, United States. It is within the Lancaster County School District.
Serving 594 students in grades 9-12, Andrew Jackson High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Andrew Jackson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Andrew Jackson High School's student population of 594 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
594 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1969
School Rankings
Andrew Jackson High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andrew Jackson High School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#200 out of 1154 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
24%
31%
White
68%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Volunteer
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andrew Jackson High School's ranking?
Andrew Jackson High School is ranked #200 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Andrew Jackson High School often compared to?
Andrew Jackson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buford High School, Indian Land High School, Lancaster High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Andrew Jackson High School?
The graduation rate of Andrew Jackson High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Andrew Jackson High School?
594 students attend Andrew Jackson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Andrew Jackson High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Andrew Jackson High School?
Andrew Jackson High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Andrew Jackson High School offer ?
Andrew Jackson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Andrew Jackson High School part of?
Andrew Jackson High School is part of Lancaster 01 School District.
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