A. C. Flora High

A. C. Flora High is a public high school in Columbia, South Carolina. It is one of nine high schools in the Richland School District One and serves grades 9–12. The school has about 900 to 1,000 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of about 15:1, which helps keep students interested in school. A. C. Flora High is known as one of the best schools because it has a college-preparatory curriculum and a lot of Advanced Placement® courses. 52% of students take AP classes. Students also take tests to see if they are ready for college, like the SAT and ACT. In school, 22% of students are good at math and 73% are good at reading and ELA. The student body is very diverse, with 53% of students being minorities and 100% of students being economically disadvantaged. Funding per student is in line with district standards that support student services and instructional programs. The school is in a community that is already established, which is good for the school. In general, A. C. Flora High is known as one of the best schools for strong literacy outcomes, academic opportunity, and college readiness.

A. C. Flora High School continues to help students make smooth transitions between grades by holding special orientation events, like the Parent and Student Orientation Night in early 2026, to help new students understand their Individual Graduation Plans. The campus is also a center for scientific research. For example, students recently gave presentations on their own biochemistry research at the 2025 South Carolina Junior Academy of Science meeting. The athletic department is also still busy with the 2025–2026 wrestling season and the start of practices for several spring sports that are set to begin in February.

Q1. How does A. C. Flora High help students get ready for their careers?

Ans. A. C. Flora High helps students explore and plan their careers by giving them advice, internships, and programs that connect them with career exploration and planning.

Q2. Does A. C. Flora High help students think of new things?

Ans. Yes, students can find out more about art, music, and new projects that will help them be more creative.

Q3. Does A. C. Flora High teach useful skills for jobs?

Ans. Yes, students in technical and vocational programs get real-world experience that helps them get ready for the job market.

Q4. Can students take the SAT and ACT?

Ans. Yes, A. C. Flora High lets students who want to go to college take both the SAT and the ACT.

Q5. Are there arts and creative programs at A. C. Flora High?

Ans. Yes, students can take part in programs for visual arts, music, and performing arts.