Ridge Hill High School facts for kids
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Ridge Hill High School
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Ridge Hill High School, August 2012
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 Location in South Carolina
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| Location | 206 Ridge Hill Dr, Ridge Spring, South Carolina |
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| Area | 4.5 acres (1.8 ha) |
| Built | 1934 |
| Architect | Fletcher B. Dressler, Samuel L. Smith |
| Architectural style | Bungalow/craftsman |
| NRHP reference No. | 10000341 |
| Added to NRHP | June 9, 2010 |
Ridge Hill High School, also known as the Ridge Spring Star Community Center, is a special historic building in Ridge Spring, South Carolina. It was once a high school for African-American students. Today, it serves as a busy community center for everyone in the area.
This important building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2010. This means it's recognized as a place that matters to the history of the United States.
The School's Story
Ridge Hill High School was built in 1934. It was designed to be a place where African-American students could get a good education during a time when schools were separated by race.
Building a Place to Learn
The school building is quite large and has a unique "H" shape when you look at it from above. It was designed by architects Fletcher B. Dressler and Samuel L. Smith. Inside, it had a big room that could be used for many things, like assemblies or events. There were also six classrooms where students learned different subjects.
From School to Community Hub
Ridge Hill High School served as a high school for students until the 1956-1957 school year. After that, it continued to be an important part of the community. Today, it's known as the Ridge Spring Star Community Center. It's a place where people can gather, learn, and take part in different activities.
