Hampton County High School is a public high school within Hampton County School District, located between the towns of Hampton and Varnville, South Carolina, United States. The high school serves students in those communities in addition to students living in rural areas of northern and eastern Hampton County.
Serving 676 students in grades 9-12, Hampton County High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower 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 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% 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: 676 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hampton County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Hampton County High School's student population of 676 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
676 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
2023
Colors
White, Royal blue
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Hampton County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hampton County High School is 0.44, 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
#461 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
72%
31%
White
20%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hampton County High School's ranking?
Hampton County High School is ranked #461 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Hampton County High School?
The graduation rate of Hampton County High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Hampton County High School?
676 students attend Hampton County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Hampton County High School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hampton County High School?
Hampton County High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hampton County High School offer ?
Hampton County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hampton County High School part of?
Hampton County High School is part of Hampton School District.
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