Lake City High School is a secondary education institution located near Lake City, South Carolina. The school enrolls approximately 1,000 students.
Serving 492 students in grades 9-12, Lake City 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 45-49% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 87% 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: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lake City High School's student population of 492 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
492 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1970
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake City 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 Lake City High School is 0.34, 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
#337 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
80%
31%
White
13%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Florence 03 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake City High School's ranking?
Lake City High School is ranked #337 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Lake City High School often compared to?
Lake City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnsonville 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 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake City High School?
The graduation rate of Lake City High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lake City High School?
492 students attend Lake City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Lake City High School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake City High School?
Lake City High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake City High School offer ?
Lake City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake City High School part of?
Lake City High School is part of Florence 03 School District.
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