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Spartanburg County School District No. 5

James F. Byrnes High School

#5 in Niche Standout High Schools in Greenville Area
  • B+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Duncan, SC
  • 349 reviews
    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      B+
    4. College Prep
      B
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B+
    6. Health & Safety
      A-
    7. Administration
      A-
    8. Sports
      A
    9. Food
      B+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B-
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    James F. Byrnes High School is an above average, public school located in Duncan, SC. It has 1,761 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 17 to 1. According to state test scores, 67% of students are at least proficient in math and 84% in reading.
    Address
    150 East Main Street
    Duncan, SC 29334
    Telephone
    (864) 949-2355
    Website
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    James F. Byrnes High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    84%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    67%
    Average Graduation Rate
    87%
    Average SAT
    1140
    289 responses
    Average ACT
    23
    159 responses
    AP Enrollment
    16%
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    Living in the Area
    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B+
    2. Good for Families
      B+
    3. Housing
      B
    Median Household Income
    $39,250
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $744
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $97,900
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A-
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    79%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.42 responses
    Poll
    76%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.42 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 64 responses
    Report
    • Friday night games (football, basketball)
      55%
    • Spirit Week
      11%
    • Homecoming
      9%
    • Not favorite but it was something to do w/ friends
      9%
    • Randomly at lunch we will have fun games.
      8%
    • Pep rallies
      6%
    • Academic Team Competitions
      2%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,761
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    38%
    78%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.46 responses
    74%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.46 responses
    78%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.46 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    17:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $55,756
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    6.7%
    61%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.56 responses
    68%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.56 responses
    64%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.56 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    $10,172/ year
    National
    $12,239
    78%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.58 responses
    33%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.58 responses
    55%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.58 responses
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    James F. Byrnes High School Reviews

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    College preparation level courses did not prepare students for college because these courses are very easy. In order to prepare for college, students must take honors level courses or higher. The majority of teachers were very kind and taught well. Food should be improved in order for their to be flavor. Facilities were kept clean. The newly added building looks very nice, while the older building leaks through the roof when it rains and has mold in the rooms. The school focuses more on sports than on music and arts. The guidance counselors do not help students with choosing the correct classes or scholarships. Their is no parent involvement. There are many excellent clubs and activities to do.
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    The teachers and administrators genuinely care about the well being and success of the students. This is not only a school, but a family. The teacher make this an enjoyable place. The teachers genuinely love working here. There are many opportunities for success for people of all backgrounds. The facilities are nice, but could be better. I am beyond proud to be a Rebel!
    I think James F Byrnes High school is a great school with a wonderful learning program! The teachers are all great and love their job. The sports are also amazing for this school. Not only do we have great athletes, we have great students. Everyone in Byrnes is diverse and different. When you walk into Byrnes it’s like a great big family everyone is so nice and things are great.