LEE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

Lee Central High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Lee 01 school district, located in Bishopville, SC with about 610 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, Lee Central High has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Lee Central High School, located at 1800 Wisacky Highway in Bishopville, South Carolina, serves as a primary educational institution for students within the Lee County School District. As a central hub for secondary education in the area, the school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether that involves higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school emphasizes core subject mastery while fostering an environment that encourages personal growth and community involvement.

Beyond the classroom, Lee Central High School offers various extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, clubs, and student organizations, which aim to develop well-rounded individuals and build a strong sense of school spirit. By prioritizing student engagement and maintaining a supportive campus culture, the school strives to equip its student body with the critical thinking skills and character traits necessary to navigate future challenges, ultimately serving as a cornerstone for the local Bishopville community.

For more information, contact Lee Central High at (803) 428-4010 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1800 Wisacky Highway
Bishopville, SC 29010
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LEE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Bishopville, SC with about 610 enrolled students. See other public high schools in South Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Lee 01
Total Students:
610
Teachers:
34
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide 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 610 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending LEE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 93% of the student body.

Black or African American
93.1%
White
4.8%
Hispanic/Latino
2.1%

Female
49.5%
Male
50.5%

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.