Serving 545 students in grades 9-12, Batesburg-leesville High School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Batesburg-leesville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Batesburg-leesville High School's student population of 545 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
545 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Batesburg-leesville 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 Batesburg-leesville 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
#349 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
19%
15%
Black
29%
31%
White
48%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Batesburg-leesville High School's ranking?
Batesburg-leesville High School is ranked #349 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Batesburg-leesville High School often compared to?
Batesburg-leesville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lexington High School, Gilbert High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Batesburg-leesville High School?
The graduation rate of Batesburg-leesville High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Batesburg-leesville High School?
545 students attend Batesburg-leesville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Batesburg-leesville High School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Batesburg-leesville High School?
Batesburg-leesville High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Batesburg-leesville High School offer ?
Batesburg-leesville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Batesburg-leesville High School part of?
Batesburg-leesville High School is part of Lexington 03 School District.
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