Blackville鈥揌ilda High School is located in Blackville, South Carolina, United States, and is one of three public high schools in Barnwell County. It is named for Blackville and for the nearby town of Hilda, which is also serves.
Blackville-hilda High School serves 154 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the South Carolina state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blackville-hilda High School's student population of 154 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
154 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Maroon, Gold
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
The diversity score of Blackville-hilda High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
78%
31%
White
12%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Blackville-hilda High School often compared to?
Blackville-hilda High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barnwell High School, Williston-elko High School by visitors of our site.
What is the graduation rate of Blackville-hilda High School?
The graduation rate of Blackville-hilda High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Blackville-hilda High School?
154 students attend Blackville-hilda High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Blackville-hilda High School students are Black, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blackville-hilda High School?
Blackville-hilda High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blackville-hilda High School offer ?
Blackville-hilda High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Blackville-hilda High School part of?
Blackville-hilda High School is part of Barnwell 48 School District.
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