Gilbert High School is a public high school located in Gilbert, South Carolina that provides education for ninth through twelfth grade. It is one of five high schools that are a part of Lexington School District 1.
Serving 1,131 students in grades 9-12, Gilbert 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 56% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,131 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilbert 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
School Overview
Gilbert High School's student population of 1,131 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,131 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
School Rankings
Gilbert 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 Gilbert High School is 0.43, 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
#194 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
8%
31%
White
74%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Indians
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilbert High School's ranking?
Gilbert High School is ranked #194 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Gilbert High School often compared to?
Gilbert High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lexington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gilbert High School?
The graduation rate of Gilbert High School is 88%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Gilbert High School?
1,131 students attend Gilbert High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Gilbert High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gilbert High School?
Gilbert High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gilbert High School offer ?
Gilbert High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gilbert High School part of?
Gilbert High School is part of Lexington 01 School District.
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