Wade Hampton High School

Wade Hampton High School is a public high school in Greenville, SC, serving students within the Greenville County Schools district. The school operates under the motto of educating, inspiring, and empowering students through authentic and equitable learning experiences. Its academic vision focuses on providing personalized plans for a diverse student body, guiding them from their current academic level through graduation and beyond to prepare them to contribute to society. The school offers a wide range of academic departments, including English, Science, Social Studies, Mathematics, Foreign Language, Special Education, and Fine Arts. Foreign language instruction includes Spanish, French, and German. The school also maintains a robust athletic program, with teams competing in sports such as golf, volleyball, and softball, and a dedicated Athletic Director overseeing these activities.

The student body is known as the Generals, and the school fosters a strong sense of community through various clubs and organizations. Notable student groups include the Black Student Union, Future Business Leaders of America, the Art Club, and the Bullet Journaling and Calligraphy Club. The school also supports alumni engagement, with specific recognition events planned for graduating classes from 1976, 1986, 1996, 2006, and 2016. Academic preparation is a core focus, with required testing for PSAT/NMSQT, End-of-Course assessments, and the Career Ready WIN Test. The curriculum includes advanced coursework such as AP Calculus, AP Computer Science, and AP Physics, alongside standard state assessments in English, Biology, Algebra, and US History.

Located at 100 Pine Knoll Dr, the school sits on Pine Knoll Drive, a short distance from Wade Hampton Boulevard. The campus is adjacent to the Wade Hampton High School Sports Complex, located about a quarter mile away. The Fine Arts Center is situated just a tenth of a mile from the main school building, highlighting the proximity of artistic resources to the student body. EEMusic, another educational facility, is also located within a quarter mile of the school grounds.

Wade Hampton High School stands as a central educational institution in Greenville, SC, combining a comprehensive academic curriculum with active athletic and extracurricular opportunities. The school’s focus on personalized student development and community engagement defines its role in the local educational landscape.

Services:

• Academic Programs
• Athletic Performance Center
• Career and Technology Education
• Fine Arts Program