Orangeburg-Wilkinson High School is located in Orangeburg, South Carolina. It is a part of the Orangeburg County School District. It is home to the Mighty Bruins/Bruinettes and also an International Baccalaureate World School.
Serving 992 students in grades 9-12, Orangeburg Wilkinson High School ranks in the top 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 28% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 98% 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: 992 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 71% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orangeburg Wilkinson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Orangeburg Wilkinson High School's student population of 992 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
992 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1971
Colors
White, Maroon, Orange
School Motto
Be a Champion!
School Rankings
Orangeburg Wilkinson High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orangeburg Wilkinson High School is 0.17, 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
#542 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
91%
31%
White
2%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
71%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bruin
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orangeburg Wilkinson High School's ranking?
Orangeburg Wilkinson High School is ranked #542 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Orangeburg Wilkinson High School often compared to?
Orangeburg Wilkinson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orangeburg High School For Health Professions by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Orangeburg Wilkinson High School?
The graduation rate of Orangeburg Wilkinson High School is 71%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Orangeburg Wilkinson High School?
992 students attend Orangeburg Wilkinson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Orangeburg Wilkinson High School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orangeburg Wilkinson High School?
Orangeburg Wilkinson High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Orangeburg Wilkinson High School offer ?
Orangeburg Wilkinson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Orangeburg Wilkinson High School part of?
Orangeburg Wilkinson High School is part of Orangeburg School District.
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