Best Central Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,222 students in Central, SC.
The top-ranked public high school in Central, SC is D. W. Daniel High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Central, SC public high school have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 76% statewide average). High schools in Central have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of South Carolina public high schools.
Central, SC public high school have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is D. W. Daniel High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).

Best Public High Schools in Central, SC (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
D. W. Daniel High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
140 Blue And Gold Boulevard
Central, SC 29630
(864) 397-2900
Gr: 9-12 | 1,222 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Central, SC?
The top-ranked public high schools in Central, SC include D. W. Daniel High School.
How many public high schools are located in Central?
1 public high schools are located in Central.
What is the racial composition of students in Central?
Central public high schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).

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