Chesterfield High School is a public high school in Chesterfield, South Carolina, United States, serving students from ninth through twelfth grades for the towns of Chesterfield, Mount Croghan, and Ruby.
Serving 485 students in grades 9-12, Chesterfield 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 45-49% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% 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: 485 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chesterfield 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
Chesterfield High School's student population of 485 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
485 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield High School is 0.53, 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
#267 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
24%
31%
White
64%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
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 (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Chesterfield 01 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chesterfield High School's ranking?
Chesterfield High School is ranked #267 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Chesterfield High School often compared to?
Chesterfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cheraw High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chesterfield High School?
The graduation rate of Chesterfield High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Chesterfield High School?
485 students attend Chesterfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Chesterfield High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chesterfield High School?
Chesterfield High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chesterfield High School offer ?
Chesterfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chesterfield High School part of?
Chesterfield High School is part of Chesterfield 01 School District.
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