Serving 692 students in grades 9-12, Lake Marion High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 92% 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: 692 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Marion High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lake Marion High School's student population of 692 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
692 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2019
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Marion High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Marion High School is 0.27, 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
#279 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
85%
31%
White
8%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Marion High School's ranking?
Lake Marion High School is ranked #279 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Lake Marion High School often compared to?
Lake Marion High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edisto High School, Orangeburg Wilkinson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Marion High School?
The graduation rate of Lake Marion High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lake Marion High School?
692 students attend Lake Marion High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Lake Marion High School students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Marion High School?
Lake Marion High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Marion High School offer ?
Lake Marion High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Marion High School part of?
Lake Marion High School is part of Orangeburg School District.
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