Laurens District 55 High School, also referred to as LDHS or simply Laurens High School, is a four-year public high school in Laurens, South Carolina. It is the only high school in Laurens School District 55 and one of two in Laurens County, South Carolina.
Serving 1,540 students in grades 9-12, Laurens District 55 High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (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 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,540 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurens District 55 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
School Overview
Laurens District 55 High School's student population of 1,540 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Year Founded
1972
School Rankings
Laurens District 55 High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurens District 55 High School is 0.65, 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
#293 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
18%
14%
Black
29%
31%
White
49%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raiders
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurens District 55 High School's ranking?
Laurens District 55 High School is ranked #293 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Laurens District 55 High School often compared to?
Laurens District 55 High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clinton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% 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 Laurens District 55 High School?
The graduation rate of Laurens District 55 High School is 81%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Laurens District 55 High School?
1,540 students attend Laurens District 55 High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Laurens District 55 High School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurens District 55 High School?
Laurens District 55 High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laurens District 55 High School offer ?
Laurens District 55 High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Laurens District 55 High School part of?
Laurens District 55 High School is part of Laurens 55 School District.
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