W.J. KEENAN HIGH SCHOOL
W.J. Keenan High is a public high school that is part of the Richland 01 school district, located in Columbia, SC with about 670 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 53 teachers, W.J. Keenan High has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.
W.J. Keenan High School, located in Columbia, South Carolina, is a public secondary school serving the Richland School District Two community. Named after William J. Keenan, a dedicated educator and community leader, the school has long been a focal point for academic and extracurricular development in the North Columbia area. The campus provides a comprehensive high school experience, offering a range of core academic courses, elective programs, and athletic opportunities designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and the workforce.
The school is well-known for its vibrant school spirit and strong community involvement. W.J. Keenan places a significant emphasis on cultivating well-rounded students, encouraging participation in various clubs, organizations, and sports teams, such as their historically competitive basketball program. By fostering a supportive learning environment, the school aims to instill values of leadership, resilience, and academic excellence in its student body, striving to empower them to become productive and engaged citizens within their community and beyond.
For more information, contact W.J. Keenan High at (803) 714-2500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 714-2500
W.J. KEENAN HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Columbia, SC with about 670 enrolled students. See other public high schools in South Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- Richland 01
- Total Students:
- 670
- Teachers:
- 53
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 670 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending W.J. KEENAN HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 93% of the student body.
- Black or African American
- 93.3%
- White
- 2.4%
- Two or more races
- 2.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 1.9%
- Asian
- 0.1%
- Female
- 51.2%
- Male
- 48.8%
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.