WILSON HIGH SCHOOL

Wilson High is a public high school that is part of the Florence 01 school district, located in Florence, SC with about 1,229 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 84 teachers, Wilson High has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Wilson High School, located on Old Marion Highway in Florence, South Carolina, is a cornerstone of the Florence School District 1 community. As a public high school, it serves a diverse student body, offering a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school is well-regarded for its commitment to fostering student success through a blend of rigorous classroom instruction, extracurricular involvement, and a focus on building school spirit and community engagement.

Beyond its core academic mission, Wilson High is deeply integrated into the local culture of Florence, often recognized for its athletic programs and various student organizations that promote leadership and social development. The school facilities provide a traditional learning environment that seeks to support the intellectual and personal growth of its students. By emphasizing both academic achievement and character development, Wilson High aims to equip its graduates with the necessary tools to navigate their future paths while remaining connected to the broader Florence community.

For more information, contact Wilson High at (843) 664-8440 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1411 Old Marion Highway
Florence, SC 29506
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WILSON HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Florence, SC with about 1,229 enrolled students. See other public high schools in South Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Florence 01
Total Students:
1,229
Teachers:
84.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,229 students

Black or African American
66.7%
White
21.7%
Asian
5.9%
Two or more races
3.0%
Hispanic/Latino
2.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
49.6%
Male
50.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.