South Carolina Whitmore School
South Carolina Whitmore School (SCWS) offers a unique, flexible, and inclusive virtual learning environment for students across South Carolina. As a public charter school, SCWS provides innovative, personalized education, allowing students to control their schedules while pursuing jobs or passions.
The school emphasizes personalized learning, enabling students to accelerate their education or take extra time to master concepts. SCWS is committed to student success, evident in their record of $1,000,000 in scholarships by the class of 2018 and a significant 231-point increase in composite SAT scores in 2016, the highest of all public schools in South Carolina.
Additionally, all SCWS teachers hold master's degrees, ensuring students receive high-quality instruction. With a focus on preparing students for college and careers, SCWS represents a modern approach to education, offering an alternative to traditional schooling for diverse learning needs in South Carolina.
DETAILED INFORMATION:
- Founded: 2011
- Address: 501 Commerce Dr. NE, Columbia, SC
- Phone: +1 866-476-6416
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Website: https://www.scwhitmoreschool.org/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scwhitmoreschool
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sc.whitmore.school/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiG__ogRXOOg5X-eyoCKI_w
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/SCWS1
- Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/scwhitmoreschoo/
Ranking:
- Best Charter High Schools in South Carolina: 12 of 35
- Best Public High School Teachers in South Carolina: 16 of 228
- Best Public High Schools in South Carolina: 77 of 236