Serving 273 students in grades 7-12, Cross High School ranks in the bottom 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 20-24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cross High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cross High School's student population of 273 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
273 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Motto
Education is the key that unlocks the doors to a brighter future.
School Rankings
Cross High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cross High School is 0.45, 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
#849 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
72%
31%
White
16%
46%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cross High School's ranking?
Cross High School is ranked #849 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Cross High School often compared to?
Cross High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berkeley High School, Stratford High School, Cane Bay High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cross High School?
The graduation rate of Cross High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Cross High School?
273 students attend Cross High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Cross High School students are Black, 16% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cross High School?
Cross High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cross High School offer ?
Cross High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cross High School part of?
Cross High School is part of Berkeley 01 School District.
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