GSSM Ranked #1 Public High School in South Carolina
November 14, 2024
HARTSVILLE, S.C. (Nov. 14, 2024) ─ The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) has once again been ranked the #1 Best Public High School in South Carolina by Niche, a leading platform for school and college rankings and reviews. In addition to this top honor, GSSM was also ranked:
- #1 Best Public High School Teachers in South Carolina
- #1 Best College Prep Public High School in South Carolina
- #8 Best Public High School in America
These accolades reflect GSSM's commitment to providing students across the state with top-tier education, fostering academic excellence, and preparing them for success in higher education and beyond.
GSSM President and Class of 1990 graduate Danny Dorsel said, “As our amazing faculty and staff continue to seek out and serve the most talented and motivated students in South Carolina, it is humbling to be recognized for our efforts. However, the true recognition goes to the students and the hard work they put forth on a daily basis. Recognition should also go to the families and previous schools of our students who helped form them into the outstanding learners that they are today.”
Niche ranks nearly 100,000 schools and districts based on statistics from public data sources including the U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. Census, combined with millions of reviews and ratings from students, parents, and alumni. Their methodology includes factors such as:
- Academic performance: Graduation rates, college enrollment, standardized test scores, and AP exam pass rates.
- Teacher quality: Student teacher ratios, teacher salary, and teacher diversity.
- College readiness: SAT/ACT scores, college acceptance rates, and the percentage of students enrolling in college after graduation.
- Student and parent reviews: Insights into school culture, satisfaction, and the overall learning environment.
With its rigorous academics, outstanding faculty, and focus on STEM education, GSSM continues to provide an unmatched educational experience for South Carolina’s brightest students. To learn more about GSSM, browse the Viewbook here.