Serving 507 students in grades 6-12, Baptist Hill 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 15% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (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 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baptist Hill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Baptist Hill High School's student population of 507 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
507 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Baptist Hill 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 Baptist Hill High School is 0.49, 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
#1009 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
22%
15%
Black
68%
31%
White
6%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baptist Hill High School's ranking?
Baptist Hill High School is ranked #1009 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Baptist Hill High School often compared to?
Baptist Hill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Ashley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Baptist Hill High School?
The graduation rate of Baptist Hill High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Baptist Hill High School?
507 students attend Baptist Hill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Baptist Hill High School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baptist Hill High School?
Baptist Hill High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Baptist Hill High School offer ?
Baptist Hill High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Baptist Hill High School part of?
Baptist Hill High School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
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