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Fort Dorchester High

8500 Patriot Boulevard, North Charleston, SC 29420, United States
+1 (843) 760-4450
8.0
Overall Rating

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Fort Dorchester High Overview

About This School

Fort Dorchester High is a public high in North Charleston, South Carolina, serving 2,344 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate strong performance with 88% proficiency in ELA and 72% proficiency in math. The school maintains a staff of 134 teachers with an average salary of $65,650 and a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Additionally, the school provides guidance services with a ratio of 260 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 51% male and 49% female students. Demographic data indicates that the population is 41% Black, 30% White, 17% Hispanic, 8% Two or More Races, and 4% Asian.

2,344
Total Students
Grade 9-12
17:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
134 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts88%
Mathematics72%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Dorchester County
Students per Counselor
260:1

Fort Dorchester High Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

88%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 41%State Avg: 52%
72%
Mathematics
City Avg: 32%State Avg: 42%
N/A
Science

Class Information

17:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 12:1
State Avg: 13.4:1
260
Students per Counselor

Fort Dorchester High Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
134

Average Teacher Salary

$65,650
City Avg: $66,871
State Avg: $67,340

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Students per Counselor260:1

Fort Dorchester High Student Demographics

Student Body

50.85%
Male
49.15%
Female
Total Enrollment: 2,344 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White29.61%
Hispanic17.49%
Asian3.54%
Black41.25%
Two or More Races7.94%
Native American0.09%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fort Dorchester High

Q: What is Fort Dorchester High?

A: Fort Dorchester High is a high public located in North Charleston.

Q: How many students attend Fort Dorchester High?

A: Fort Dorchester High has approximately 2,344 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Dorchester High?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Fort Dorchester High is 17:1.

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Detailed Information about Fort Dorchester High

Fort Dorchester High is a public high in North Charleston, South Carolina, serving 2,344 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate strong performance with 88% proficiency in ELA and 72% proficiency in math. The school maintains a staff of 134 teachers with an average salary of $65,650 and a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Additionally, the school provides guidance services with a ratio of 260 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 51% male and 49% female students. Demographic data indicates that the population is 41% Black, 30% White, 17% Hispanic, 8% Two or More Races, and 4% Asian.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Fort Dorchester High - North Charleston, SC

Quick Facts about Fort Dorchester High
School NameFort Dorchester High
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location8500 Patriot Boulevard, North Charleston, SC 29420, North Charleston, SC
CountyDorchester County
Phone+1 (843) 760-4450
Total Students2,344
Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Full-Time Teachers134
Rating8/10
ELA Proficiency88%
Math Proficiency72%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Fort Dorchester High

What is Fort Dorchester High?

Fort Dorchester High is a high public located in North Charleston.

How many students attend Fort Dorchester High?

Fort Dorchester High has approximately 2,344 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Dorchester High?

The student-teacher ratio at Fort Dorchester High is 17:1.

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