South Carolina Governor's School for Science & Mathematics

South Carolina Governor's School for Science & Mathematics

Public High School | Grade 11-12
401 Railroad Ave,  Hartsville, SC
4.2
3.8
270 Students
A+
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School Details

Average SAT Score
1370
Average ACT Score
31
Math Proficiency
95%
Reading Proficiency
95%
Average GPA
3.84
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

A+
Academics
A+
Teachers
A+
College Prep
A-
Administration
A+
Resources/Facilities
A+
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C+
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.84
Reading Proficiency
95%
Math Proficiency
95%
Teachers
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1370
Math
690
Verbal
680
Average ACT
31
Math
29
English
31
Reading
32
Science
31
Number of AP Courses
23
AP Pass Rate
91.8%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
850:1

Student Diversity

Female
55.6%
Male
44%
White
51%
Asian or Pacific Islander
28.4%
Black
12.1%
Hispanic
7.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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School Rankings

#1 Best College Prep Public HS in South Carolina
#1 Best HS For Stem in South Carolina
#1 Best Public HS in South Carolina
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Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Clemson University 391 Students
University of South Carolina 314 Students
Duke University 197 Students
College of Charleston 187 Students
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 156 Students
Vanderbilt University 120 Students
Georgia Institute of Technology 105 Students
Furman University 103 Students
Emory University 86 Students
Wofford College 83 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 170 Students
Computer Science 92 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 75 Students
Mechanical Engineering 62 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 62 Students
Psychology 60 Students
Engineering 57 Students
Chemistry 48 Students
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering 46 Students
Business 44 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 131 Reviews
5.0 Junior
10/1/2023
GSSM is a great residential school that promotes excellence in academics and sports. Students have the opportunity to study and advance their knowledge in science and mathematics.
5.0 Junior
6/1/2023
It is a place where everyone can rely on one another knowing that there will always be someone there for you. Be prepared for anything and everything as your experience there will not be what you expect. It isn't the hardest and strictest school, but it is known for its hard and rigorous academics. But once you look past the hardships you will see the many wonderful connections that you will gain as a result.
5.0 Junior
4/27/2023
This school provides many opportunities for rigoruous classes with a college feel and great college readiness. There are many opportunities for travel and exploring your interests.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.8 9 Reviews
5.0 parent
9/21/2024
My son is a Senior and has had a great experience at this school. His teachers push him academically and he feels very confident being prepared for college.
1.0 parent
5/15/2023
GSSM is one of the worst schools I have been, do not go here. The teachers are rude with very demeaning looks and word usage. They do not like engaging with my family at all, if you are having trouble learning at this school you get harassed by the teachers which is very demotivating. If any of you...
2.0 student
5/19/2018
GSSM has been a living nightmare, stay away from going here. It will tank your GPA. Also they have amazing marketing which oversells the school and makes it seem so much better than it is.
5.0 other
11/29/2016
My son loves the school. It has given him incredible opportunities to succeed. I highly recommend it.

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