Lower Richland High

School Overview
Lower Richland High School, located in Hopkins, South Carolina, serves as a cornerstone of the Richland School District One community. The school is known for its strong sense of tradition and school spirit, famously represented by its mascot, the Diamond Hornet. It offers a diverse range of academic programs, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses and Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways, designed to prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce. Beyond the classroom, the school maintains an active extracurricular environment, boasting a long history of competitive athletics and various student-led organizations that foster leadership and community engagement.

In recent years, Lower Richland High has undergone significant physical transformation, highlighted by the opening of a modern, state-of-the-art campus facility. This new building was designed to provide students with contemporary learning spaces, advanced technology labs, and improved athletic amenities, reflecting a commitment to elevating the educational experience. By blending its deep-rooted community heritage with these updated resources, Lower Richland High School continues its mission to support student success while cultivating a supportive and inclusive environment for the youth of the Hopkins area.
1,244
Total Students
80.0
Full-Time Teachers
15.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lower Richland High
Demographic Student Count
White62
Hispanic91
Black1,028
Asian4
Two or More57
Pacific Islander2
  • Black
    1,028 (82.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    91 (7.3 %)
  • White
    62 (5.0 %)
  • Two or More
    57 (4.6 %)
  • Asian
    4 (0.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Richland 01
Phone: (803)695-3000
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,244
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 80.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 484
Grade 10 330
Grade 11 232
Grade 12 198

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Lower Richland High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9484
Grade 10330
Grade 11232
Grade 12198
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Lower Richland High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female61349.3%
Male63150.7%