Serving 2,164 students in grades 9-12, Blythewood High School ranks in the top 5% 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 82% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% 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: 2,164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blythewood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Blythewood High School's student population of 2,164 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 140 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,164 students
Total Classroom Teachers
140 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Blythewood High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blythewood High School is 0.62, 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
#14 out of 1118 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
53%
31%
White
31%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blythewood High School's ranking?
Blythewood High School is ranked #14 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Blythewood High School often compared to?
Blythewood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blythewood High School?
The graduation rate of Blythewood High School is 92%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Blythewood High School?
2,164 students attend Blythewood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Blythewood High School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blythewood High School?
Blythewood High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blythewood High School offer ?
Blythewood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Blythewood High School part of?
Blythewood High School is part of Richland 02 School District.
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