Ashley Ridge High

9800 Delemar Highway
Summerville, SC 29485

2,599 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Ashley Ridge High School, located in Summerville, South Carolina, is a prominent secondary institution within the Dorchester School District Two. Serving a large and growing suburban community, the school is well-regarded for its modern campus facilities and its comprehensive approach to academics. It provides a wide array of educational opportunities, including rigorous college-preparatory courses, Advanced Placement (AP) programs, and various career and technical education pathways designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Ashley Ridge is characterized by a vibrant school culture that places a strong emphasis on student involvement. The school boasts a competitive athletic program known as the "Swamp Foxes," alongside a diverse selection of extracurricular activities, clubs, and arts programs. By balancing high academic expectations with a commitment to student development and community engagement, Ashley Ridge High School aims to cultivate a supportive environment that fosters both individual success and school spirit.

2,599

Total Students

139.8

Full-Time Teachers

18.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Ashley Ridge High
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,482
Hispanic	263
Black	630
Asian	34
Two or More	183
American Indian	6
Pacific Islander	1

White
1,482 (57.0%)
Black
630 (24.2%)
Hispanic
263 (10.1%)
Two or More
183 (7.0%)
Asian
34 (1.3%)
American Indian
6 (0.2%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.0%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Dorchester 02
Phone:	(843)695-4900
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,599
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	139.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	18.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 711

Grade 10 700

Grade 11 610

Grade 12 578