For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 3,341 students in 29803, SC.
The top ranked public high schools in 29803, SC are South Aiken High School and Silver Bluff High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 29803 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 76% statewide average). High schools in 29803, SC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29803 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Silver Bluff High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public high school average of 51% (majority Black).
Best 29803, SC Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Aiken High School
Magnet School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
232 East Pine Log Road
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 641-2600
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 641-2600
Grades: 9-12
| 1,356 students
Rank: #22.
Silver Bluff High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
64 Desoto Drive
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 652-8100
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 652-8100
Grades: 9-12
| 708 students
Rank: n/an/a
Horse Creek Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
1200 Toolebeck Road
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 646-3506
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 646-3506
Grades: PK-11
| 1,277 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 29803, SC?
The top ranked public high schools in 29803, SC include South Aiken High School and Silver Bluff High School.
How many public high schools are located in 29803?
3 public high schools are located in 29803.
What is the racial composition of students in 29803?
29803 public high schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public high schools average of 51% (majority Black).
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