Hanahan High School is a public high school located in Hanahan, South Carolina, United States. It serves grades 9 through 12 and is a part of the Berkeley County School District. The principal is Mr. Tom Gallus.
Serving 1,061 students in grades 9-12, Hanahan High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,061 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hanahan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hanahan High School's student population of 1,061 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,061 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Blue, Orange
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Hanahan High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hanahan High School is 0.66, 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
#201 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
25%
15%
Black
10%
31%
White
51%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hanahan High School's ranking?
Hanahan High School is ranked #201 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Hanahan High School often compared to?
Hanahan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like 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?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hanahan High School?
The graduation rate of Hanahan High School is 91%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Hanahan High School?
1,061 students attend Hanahan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Hanahan High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hanahan High School?
Hanahan High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hanahan High School offer ?
Hanahan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hanahan High School part of?
Hanahan High School is part of Berkeley 01 School District.
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