TYGER RIVER HIGH SCHOOL

Tyger River High is a Title I public secondary school that is part of the Dept Of Correction N04 school district, located in Enoree, SC with about 37 students. 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 5 teachers, Tyger River High has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. 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.

Tyger River High School is a specialized educational facility located within the Tyger River Correctional Institution in Enoree, South Carolina. As an institution operating under the South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDC), its primary mission is to provide incarcerated youth and adult inmates with the opportunity to earn a high school diploma or a General Educational Development (GED) certificate. The school is integrated into the state’s broader correctional education program, which aims to improve the literacy, vocational skills, and overall academic standing of the incarcerated population to support their successful reintegration into society upon release.

The academic environment at Tyger River High is structured to meet state educational standards while addressing the unique constraints and needs of a prison setting. By offering a standardized curriculum and access to certified instructors, the school focuses on reducing recidivism through education and cognitive development. For many of the students attending this facility, the program serves as a critical bridge toward future employment opportunities and personal development, transforming the period of incarceration into a time for academic advancement and skill acquisition.

For more information, contact Tyger River High at (803) 896-1573 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.