Hanahan High School is a public high school, and part of the Berkeley County School District, the fourth largest district in the state.
The high school, at 6015 Murray Drive, opened in the late 1950s with only 282 students. Over the decades, vast improvements have been made and now, over 950 students attend. Ninth through twelfth-grade students have access to a range of courses, including Advanced Placement, Dual Credit, Honors, and Career and Technical programs.
A diverse population warrants diverse interests and Hanahan High addresses that need with various clubs—arts, auto, Beta, graphics, student council, chess, and JROTC are just a few of them. The Hanahan Hawks Varsity Football team has an enormous fan base and following in the Hanahan community. Friday night lights are fierce during the season! With a band and chorus, the school spirt is high.
South Carolina’s Department of Education has recognized Hanahan High as a Palmetto Gold winner for its advancements in academic performance and overall student achievements. Students have received academic honors in both math and English.
Graduates continue to excel, winning both academic and athletic scholarships. Student participation—athletes, band and chorus—compete in regional and state competitions.
Principal Tom Gallus is a “lifelong Hawk,” beginning his tenure as teacher and coach in the Berkeley County School District. As a resident of Hanahan, “Go Hawks” is more than just a phrase—it’s a commitment to excellence, and one that his faculty and students follow.
Hanahan High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
6015 Murray Dr,
Hanahan, SC
Berkeley County School District
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1170
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
57%
Reading Proficiency
83%
Average GPA
3.53
Graduation Rate
86%
Niche Grade
B
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B
B-
B-
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Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.53
Reading Proficiency
83%
Math Proficiency
57%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
67
Full Time Teachers
67
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1170
Math
570
Verbal
600
Average ACT
25
Math
23
English
24
Reading
26
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
9
AP Pass Rate
98.1%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High
GreatSchools Rating
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GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
English
64.5%
State Average
1.3%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
318:1
Student Diversity
Male
51.5%
Female
48.5%
White
53.5%
Hispanic
23%
Black
11.3%
Two or more races
7.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.8%
Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of South Carolina
256 Students
Clemson University
231 Students
College of Charleston
198 Students
Winthrop University
104 Students
Charleston Southern University
100 Students
Coastal Carolina University
86 Students
Trident Technical College
83 Students
Anderson University - South Carolina
58 Students
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
52 Students
Furman University
50 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology
59 Students
Nursing
56 Students
Business
53 Students
Psychology
37 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
31 Students
Computer Science
30 Students
Political Science and Government
25 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
24 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
22 Students
Communications
22 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
7/26/2024
My experience at Hanahan High School was not great. Only one teacher I felt actually wanted us to do better and the job wasn't just a paycheck to her (thank you Ms. Jordan). This school is very limited in extracurriculars so in finding some to benefit college applications I'm doing charity work not through the school. The administration cannot get vaping under control by any means and overall my experience was quite disappointing and while I do feel relatively prepared for the next steps it is no thanks to the school.
5/29/2024
I had a good overall experience at Hanahan. I had wonderful teachers and counselors who guided me through the many challenging aspects of high school.
1/18/2024
Hanahan High School is the most roller coaster school I've ever been to. There were good days and there were bad days. The good days were the renaissance rallies and the bad days were us on lock down because of a shooter threat. It's hard to feel safe at Hanahan given the people that attend. I love my friends at Hanahan, but if I had to go back again, I wouldn't.
GreatSchools Reviews
3/16/2023
It is unsafe and horrible. never go to thins school
10/26/2019
good school i will say and i will sand my kids their
4/12/2018
I would rate my experience at Hanahan High School 10/10. A charming little school with great educators and a faculty that really cares and loves its students.
5/1/2015
Very impressed with the level of education. Great school and community. The teachers seem to really care.
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Map
Attendance Zone
About Hanahan
List Price Range
$291K - $1.3M
Homes For Sale
4
Average Home Value
$458,363
Median Lot Size
8,276 Sq Ft
% Renters
37%
Household Income
$94,942
% of College Grads
36.5%
Median Age
38
Average House Size
2,195 Sq Ft
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,200 - $1,740 per month
- Park Place
- 1 - 3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 700+ Sq Ft
- 5820-5822 Murray Dr
- Hanahan, SC
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$1,358 - $2,353 per month
- Channel Family Apartment Homes
- Studio - 3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 597+ Sq Ft
- 1000 Channel Marker Way
- Charleston, SC
Additional Schools in the Area
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Choice Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Charter
Parks in this Area
Hanahan Recreation Center
- Baseball/Softball
- Boating
- Fishing
Venice Ave. Park
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
- River
Bessinger-Kelly Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Ingevity-Westrock Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Roma Road Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Murray Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Dog Park
- Tennis
The Hawks Nest
John R Bettis Boat Landing Park
Loftis Field
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