For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 4,125 students in 29732, SC.
The top ranked public high schools in 29732, SC are Northwestern High School, York Preparatory Academy and Riverwalk Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 29732 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 77% statewide average). High schools in 29732, SC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29732 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is York Preparatory Academy, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29732, SC Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northwestern High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2503 West Main Street
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 981-1200
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 981-1200
Grades: 9-12
| 1,764 students
Rank: #22.
York Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1047 Golden Gate Court
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 324-4400
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 324-4400
Grades: K-12
| 1,681 students
Rank: #33.
Riverwalk Academy
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5750 Mount Gallant Road
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 327-8400
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 327-8400
Grades: K-12
| 680 students
Rank: n/an/a
Applied Technology Center
Vocational School
2399 West Main Street
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 981-1100
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 981-1100
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
29732, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2240 Rosewood Drive
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 981-1540
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 981-1540
Grades: PK-5
| 415 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 29732, SC?
The top ranked public high schools in 29732, SC include Northwestern High School, York Preparatory Academy and Riverwalk Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 29732?
4 public high schools are located in 29732.
What is the racial composition of students in 29732?
29732 public high schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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