Hartsville High School is a public secondary school serving grades 9–12 located in Hartsville, South Carolina. 1,226 students attended Hartsville High for the 2017–2018 school year. It was founded in 1961.
Serving 1,125 students in grades 9-12, Hartsville High School ranks in the top 20% 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 66% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,125 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hartsville 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hartsville High School's student population of 1,125 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,125 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
Red, White, Black
School Rankings
Hartsville High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hartsville High School is 0.65, 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
#127 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
41%
31%
White
42%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Fox
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hartsville High School's ranking?
Hartsville High School is ranked #127 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Hartsville High School often compared to?
Hartsville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Darlington High School, Lamar High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hartsville High School?
The graduation rate of Hartsville High School is 87%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Hartsville High School?
1,125 students attend Hartsville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Hartsville High School students are White, 41% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hartsville High School?
Hartsville High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hartsville High School offer ?
Hartsville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hartsville High School part of?
Hartsville High School is part of Darlington 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/14/2020
We are new to this school and it's district. They have made it a wonderful transition from our old school to this one. The counselors have been fantastic and I love how my kids will have the same one for every year they are here instead of it switching year-to-year BC they get to have a bond and really know my child and all of their hopes for the future so they can help them achieve it. My children love their teachers, much more than the beloved Dorchester 2 district (supposedly the holy grail... don't believe the hype). These teachers here have been wonderful and very concerned for my kid's education. School is clean and welcoming. I only wished they would get a new school since this one is old and outdated. There's a new elementary school coming... middle school is newer... it's time for the high school to be new!
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