Serving 1,862 students in grades 9-12, Easley High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,862 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Easley High serves the southeastern part of Easley, SC, encompassing approximately 56.4 square miles. The average drive to the school from within this zone typically takes 10 to 15 minutes, with distances from the school to the edge of the zone averaging 5.5 miles, reaching up to 7.6 miles at the furthest points.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Easley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Easley High School's student population of 1,862 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,862 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Easley High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Easley High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#164 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
84%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and White
School Mascot
Green Wave
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Easley High School's ranking?
Easley High School is ranked #164 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Easley High School often compared to?
Easley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pickens High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Easley High School?
The graduation rate of Easley High School is 84%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Easley High School?
1,862 students attend Easley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Easley High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Easley High School?
Easley High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Easley High School offer ?
Easley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Easley High School part of?
Easley High School is part of Pickens 01 School District.
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