SC School for the Blind High

School Overview
The South Carolina School for the Deaf and the Blind (SCSDB) high school program, located on the Cedar Springs Road campus in Spartanburg, serves as a specialized educational environment dedicated to students who are blind or visually impaired. The school is designed to provide a comprehensive academic curriculum that is fully accessible, utilizing Braille instruction, assistive technology, and specialized teaching techniques tailored to individual sensory needs. By fostering an inclusive and supportive atmosphere, the school ensures that students receive a high-quality education that rivals traditional public schools while addressing the unique challenges associated with vision loss.

Beyond core academics, the program places a heavy emphasis on "Expanded Core Curriculum" (ECC) skills, which are essential for the independence and long-term success of students with visual impairments. This includes intensive training in orientation and mobility, daily living skills, career education, and social interaction strategies. Through a combination of rigorous classroom instruction and life-skills development, the school prepares its students for a smooth transition into higher education, vocational training, or the workforce, empowering them to become self-advocates and active members of their communities.
26
Total Students
8.0
Full-Time Teachers
3.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SC School for the Blind High
Demographic Student Count
White16
Hispanic1
Black8
Asian1
  • White
    16 (61.5 %)
  • Black
    8 (30.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    1 (3.8 %)
  • Asian
    1 (3.8 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Special Education School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Deaf & Blind School
Phone: (864)577-7600
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 26
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 8.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 3.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 5
Grade 10 5
Grade 11 7
Grade 12 9

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for SC School for the Blind High
Grade Student Count
Grade 95
Grade 105
Grade 117
Grade 129
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for SC School for the Blind High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1142.3%
Male1557.7%