Serving 824 students in grades 9-12, Dillon 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 52% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 824 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dillon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dillon High School's student population of 824 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
824 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dillon High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dillon High School is 0.51, 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
#226 out of 1154 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
67%
31%
White
19%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dillon High School's ranking?
Dillon High School is ranked #226 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Dillon High School often compared to?
Dillon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Latta High School, Lake View High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dillon High School?
The graduation rate of Dillon High School is 79%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Dillon High School?
824 students attend Dillon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Dillon High School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dillon High School?
Dillon High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dillon High School offer ?
Dillon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dillon High School part of?
Dillon High School is part of Dillon 04 School District.
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