Lugoff-Elgin High School is a public high school located in Lugoff, South Carolina. It is one of the three high schools in the Kershaw County School District of South Carolina. It opened in 1971. It is home of the Lugoff-Elgin Demons.
Serving 1,759 students in grades 9-12, Lugoff-elgin High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,759 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lugoff-elgin 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
School Overview
Lugoff-elgin High School's student population of 1,759 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,759 students
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Year Founded
1971
Colors
Blue, Red
School Calendar
School Motto
A Legacy of Excellence
School Rankings
Lugoff-elgin High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lugoff-elgin High School is 0.61, 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
#69 out of 1118 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
25%
31%
White
56%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Demon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lugoff-elgin High School's ranking?
Lugoff-elgin High School is ranked #69 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Lugoff-elgin High School often compared to?
Lugoff-elgin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camden High School, North Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lugoff-elgin High School?
The graduation rate of Lugoff-elgin High School is 84%, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lugoff-elgin High School?
1,759 students attend Lugoff-elgin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Lugoff-elgin High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lugoff-elgin High School?
Lugoff-elgin High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lugoff-elgin High School offer ?
Lugoff-elgin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lugoff-elgin High School part of?
Lugoff-elgin High School is part of Kershaw 01 School District.
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