Serving 1,356 students in grades 9-12, South Aiken High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Aiken High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Aiken High School's student population of 1,356 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Aiken High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Aiken High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#105 out of 1154 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
12%
13%
Black
28%
31%
White
52%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Aiken High School's ranking?
South Aiken High School is ranked #105 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are South Aiken High School often compared to?
South Aiken High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aiken High School, Midland Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Aiken High School?
The graduation rate of South Aiken High School is 87%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend South Aiken High School?
1,356 students attend South Aiken High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of South Aiken High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Aiken High School?
South Aiken High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Aiken High School offer ?
South Aiken High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Aiken High School part of?
South Aiken High School is part of Aiken 01 School District.
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