Williston-elko High School serves 198 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% 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: 198 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Williston-elko High School's student population of 198 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
198 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
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
The diversity score of Williston-elko 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
63%
31%
White
32%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
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 schools are Williston-elko High School often compared to?
Williston-elko High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barnwell High School, Blackville-hilda High School by visitors of our site.
What is the graduation rate of Williston-elko High School?
The graduation rate of Williston-elko High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Williston-elko High School?
198 students attend Williston-elko High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Williston-elko High School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Williston-elko High School?
Williston-elko High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Williston-elko High School offer ?
Williston-elko High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Williston-elko High School part of?
Williston-elko High School is part of Barnwell 48 School District.
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