Summary:
Blythewood High is a public high school in Blythewood, South Carolina, serving 2,094 students in grades 9-12. The school is part of the Richland 02 school district, which is ranked 33 out of 75 districts in the state and has a 3-star rating.
Blythewood High consistently ranks among the top 40 high schools in South Carolina, with a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's proficiency rates on End-of-Course (EOC) exams are significantly higher than the district and state averages across various subjects, including Algebra 1, English 1, English 2, and U.S. History. Notably, Blythewood High's performance on the English 2 EOC exam is particularly impressive, with proficiency rates consistently above 80% and outperforming the district and state. The school's diverse student population, with a racial makeup of 33.67% White, 50.24% African American, 7.55% Hispanic, 2.67% Asian, and 5.21% two or more races, is also noteworthy, especially compared to the nearby Richland Northeast High and Spring Valley High, which tend to have a higher concentration of either African American or White students. Additionally, Blythewood High serves a more economically diverse student population, with a lower percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch (39.16%) compared to the nearby schools, which range from 48.61% to 69.9%.
Blythewood High's consistent academic performance, diverse student population, and relatively lower percentage of students from low-income backgrounds set it apart from nearby schools like Westwood High, which has a similar student population but lower academic achievement, and Ridge View High, which has a higher percentage of students from low-income families. The school's focus on equity and inclusive practices appears to contribute to its success in supporting the academic achievement of students from various racial and socioeconomic backgrounds.
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Detail:
Public 9-12
District:
Richland 02
SchoolDigger Rank:
51st of 235 South Carolina High Schools
Per Pupil Expenditures: $11,930
Feeder schools for Blythewood High:
Student/teacher ratio: 15.7
Number of students: 2,094
Racial breakdown:
African American:
50.2%
White:
33.7%
Hispanic:
7.5%
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Two or more races:
5.2%
Asian:
2.7%
American Indian:
0.2%
Pacific Islander:
0.2%
Not Specified:
0.2%
Free/discounted lunch recipients: 39.2%
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