Serving 1,105 students in grades 9-12, Crestwood High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,105 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crestwood 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
Crestwood High School's student population of 1,105 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,105 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crestwood 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 Crestwood High School is 0.47, 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
#425 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
71%
31%
White
17%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sumter 01 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crestwood High School's ranking?
Crestwood High School is ranked #425 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Crestwood High School often compared to?
Crestwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sumter High School, Lakewood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Crestwood High School?
The graduation rate of Crestwood High School is 86%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Crestwood High School?
1,105 students attend Crestwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Crestwood High School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 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 Crestwood High School?
Crestwood High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crestwood High School offer ?
Crestwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Crestwood High School part of?
Crestwood High School is part of Sumter 01 School District.
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