Calhoun County High School is a public secondary school in St. Matthews, South Carolina, United States.
Serving 418 students in grades 9-12, Calhoun County High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (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 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calhoun County 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Calhoun County High School's student population of 418 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Red
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower. Compete. Succeed.
School Rankings
Calhoun County High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calhoun County High School is 0.50, 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
#131 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
67%
31%
White
22%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Saint
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calhoun County High School's ranking?
Calhoun County High School is ranked #131 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% 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 Calhoun County High School?
The graduation rate of Calhoun County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Calhoun County High School?
418 students attend Calhoun County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Calhoun County High School students are Black, 22% of students are White, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Calhoun County High School?
Calhoun County High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Calhoun County High School offer ?
Calhoun County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Calhoun County High School part of?
Calhoun County High School is part of Calhoun 01 School District.
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