Overview

Philip Simmons High is a public school in Charleston, SC, offering AP courses and Project Lead The Way curriculum. It is one of 9 high schools in Berkeley 01.

School Rating

Philip Simmons High is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in South Carolina with the same grade levels.
9/10
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ACADEMICS

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Advanced Courses

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Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

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About the School


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Neighborhood

3080 River Village Drive
Charleston, SC 29492
School leader: Chris Buchholz
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  • 6 /10
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