Kirkland Correctional Institution is a state prison for men located in Columbia, Richland County, South Carolina, United States, owned and operated by the South Carolina Department of Corrections.
Kirkland High School serves 32 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kirkland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Kirkland High School's student population of 32 students has declined by 49% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
32 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kirkland High School is 0.31, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
81%
31%
White
19%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Kirkland High School?
32 students attend Kirkland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Kirkland High School students are Black, and 19% of students are White.
What grades does Kirkland High School offer ?
Kirkland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kirkland High School part of?
Kirkland High School is part of Dept Of Correction N04 School District.
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