Abbeville High School (South Carolina)
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Abbeville High School is a high school for grades 9-12 in Abbeville
, South Carolina
and is part of the Abbeville County School District
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classes in Calculus AB, Government & Politics: U.S. and U.S. History.
During the 2006-2007 school year, Abbeville students in grade 10 took the High School Assessment Program (HSAP) as required by the state of South Carolina. The test, which measures "how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade," focuses on English/language arts and math. In English, the school scored 85% and 89% for math. The state averages are 88% and 80%, respectively.
The Graduating class of 2007 scored an average composite ACT score of 18, compared to the state average of 20 and the national average of 21. In 2006, the latest year of available data, 29% of the eligible students took the test.
As of 2006 it has an enrollment of 536 students.
In addition, Football, Baseball, Boys and Girls Basketball, and Softball participate in junior varsity programs.
Abbeville, South Carolina
For other communities of the same name, see Abbeville .Abbeville is a city in Abbeville County, South Carolina, United States, 86 miles west of Columbia. Its population was 5,237 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Abbeville County...
, South Carolina
South Carolina
South Carolina is a state in the Deep South of the United States that borders Georgia to the south, North Carolina to the north, and the Atlantic Ocean to the east. Originally part of the Province of Carolina, the Province of South Carolina was one of the 13 colonies that declared independence...
and is part of the Abbeville County School District
Abbeville County School District
Abbeville County School District is a school district serving Abbeville County, South Carolina. As of 2006 it serves some 3,700 students in all . Schools include Abbeville High School and Dixie High School....
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Academic standard
Students in 2006-2007 were able to take Advanced PlacementAdvanced Placement Program
The Advanced Placement program is a curriculum in the United States and Canada sponsored by the College Board which offers standardized courses to high school students that are generally recognized to be equivalent to undergraduate courses in college...
classes in Calculus AB, Government & Politics: U.S. and U.S. History.
During the 2006-2007 school year, Abbeville students in grade 10 took the High School Assessment Program (HSAP) as required by the state of South Carolina. The test, which measures "how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade," focuses on English/language arts and math. In English, the school scored 85% and 89% for math. The state averages are 88% and 80%, respectively.
The Graduating class of 2007 scored an average composite ACT score of 18, compared to the state average of 20 and the national average of 21. In 2006, the latest year of available data, 29% of the eligible students took the test.
Demographics
As of June 2008, Abbeville's ethnic breakdown is: White (not Hispanic) 54%, Black (not Hispanic) 45%, Hispanic <1% and Asian/Pacific Islander <1%. Average spending per pupil is $8,274: $21 less than the state average.As of 2006 it has an enrollment of 536 students.
Sports
Abbeville High School participates in 12 varsity sports throughout the year.| Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Cross Country | Boys Basketball | Baseball |
| Football | Girls Basketball | Golf |
| Tennis | Wrestling | Soccer |
| Volleyball | Softball | |
| Track |
In addition, Football, Baseball, Boys and Girls Basketball, and Softball participate in junior varsity programs.