Serving 809 students in grades 9-12, Newberry High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 809 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newberry High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Newberry High School's student population of 809 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
809 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Newberry High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newberry High School is 0.67, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#109 out of 1118 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
32%
14%
Black
43%
31%
White
21%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
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
What is Newberry High School's ranking?
Newberry High School is ranked #109 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Newberry High School often compared to?
Newberry High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mid-carolina High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newberry High School?
The graduation rate of Newberry High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Newberry High School?
809 students attend Newberry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Newberry High School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newberry High School?
Newberry High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newberry High School offer ?
Newberry High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newberry High School part of?
Newberry High School is part of Newberry 01 School District.
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