Chapin High School is a public high school in Chapin, South Carolina. Nearly 1,400 students attend Chapin High School, as of the 2017–2018 school year. Chapin High School is one of four high schools in Lexington & Richland County School District Five.
Serving 1,617 students in grades 9-12, Chapin High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,617 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chapin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chapin High School's student population of 1,617 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,617 students
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Year Founded
1924
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'We Love and Grow Our Students!'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Chapin High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chapin 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
#11 out of 1118 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
6%
31%
White
81%
46%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chapin High School's ranking?
Chapin High School is ranked #11 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Chapin High School often compared to?
Chapin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lexington High School, River Bluff High School, Spring Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chapin High School?
The graduation rate of Chapin High School is 96%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Chapin High School?
1,617 students attend Chapin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Chapin High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chapin High School?
Chapin High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chapin High School offer ?
Chapin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chapin High School part of?
Chapin High School is part of Lexington 05 School District.
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