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Richland School District No. 2

Blythewood High School

#8 in Best Public High Schools in Columbia Area
  • A-
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Blythewood, SC
  • 551 reviews
A-
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Academics
    B+
  2. Diversity
    A
  3. Teachers
    B+
  4. College Prep
    B
  5. Clubs & Activities
    A-
  6. Health & Safety
    B-
  7. Administration
    B+
  8. Sports
    A
  9. Food
    C-
  10. Resources & Facilities
    B+
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Blythewood High School is a highly rated, public school located in Blythewood, SC. It has 1,927 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 17 to 1. According to state test scores, 86% of students are at least proficient in math and 87% in reading.
Address
10901 Wilson Boulevard
Blythewood, SC 29016
Telephone
(803) 691-4090
Website
richland2.org/Pages/default.aspx

Blythewood High School Rankings

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Academics

Percent Proficient - Reading
87%
Percent Proficient - Math
86%
Average Graduation Rate
94%
Average SAT
1110
342 responses
Average ACT
24
156 responses
AP Enrollment
16%
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Living in the Area
A
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Cost of Living
    B-
  2. Good for Families
    A
  3. Housing
    B+
Area Feel
Rural
Median Household Income
$87,827
National
$55,322
Median Rent
$1,433
National
$949
Median Home Value
$280,400
National
$184,700

Culture & Safety

Health & Safety
B-
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
75%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school.56 responses
Poll
84%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.56 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on 207 responses
Report
  • Winter Dreams (Christmas project for the poor)
    17%
  • Football games
    17%
  • Drama plays
    12%
  • Pep rally
    8%
  • Mrs. Blythewood
    7%
  • Powderpuff Football Games
    7%
  • Mr. Blythewood Contest
    6%

Students

Diversity
A
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,927
Free or Reduced Lunch
24%
75%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.60 responses
77%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.60 responses
87%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.60 responses

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National
17:1
Average Teacher Salary
$61,334
Teachers in First/Second Year
16.3%
77%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.88 responses
75%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.88 responses
76%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.88 responses

Clubs & Activities

Clubs & Activities
A-
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High
Expenses Per Student
$12,518/ year
National
$12,239
84%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.93 responses
53%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.93 responses
65%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.93 responses
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Blythewood High School Reviews

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This is my fourth and final year attending Blythewood High and my high school experience, including the teachers and friends I’ve met in these four years have been nothing short of amazing! Our community is very small but we have big spirit and hearts. I’m amazed every year by our school’s contribution to the community and our achievements in different departments. As excited as I am for this to be my last year and final high school semester until graduation, I am going to miss Blythewood so much.
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As a student, I've had a great experience at Blythewood High School. The academics are amazing and sought to challenge each student and push them to the best of their abilities. Our sports teams have many region and state titles as well as intense competition from other schools. The community present at Blythewood is one of a family, everyone is friendly with one another and there are always people and teachers to go to if you ever need something!
Blythewood high school is one of the best schools I’ve attended. There are a ton of different classes, courses in graphic design and medical science, dual enrollment, AP, you name it. Boys and girls teams for several sports are available. The food is not great or varied so I highly recommend packing lunch, there are usually microwaves for student use. Many students are involved in the arts, like band, chorus, orchestra, and drum ensemble. The JROTC classes are thriving. Plenty of college and career readiness services. There aren’t a lot of clubs outside of sports and art courses like chorus or theater rehearsals. I’ve never had any problems with bullying or harassment. The atmosphere is fairly harmonious, that said I don’t have any social media, so I may be unaware of potential cyber bullying. Overall I’d feel perfectly find sending my kids to Blythewood, and it’s considered one of the best schools in the area.