North Augusta High School is a four-year public high school located in North Augusta, South Carolina. It is a part of the Aiken County Public School District. Approximately 1,500 students attend the school. The school offers over thirty student organizations.
Serving 1,645 students in grades 9-12, North Augusta 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 58% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (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 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,645 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: North Augusta High serves the western part of North Augusta, SC, covering an area of approximately 36.6 square miles. The school is typically a 10-12 minute drive from most homes within the zone, with an average distance of 4.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Augusta High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Augusta High School's student population of 1,645 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,645 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1910
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres (200,000 m2)
School Rankings
North Augusta 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 North Augusta High School is 0.66, 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
#138 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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
87%
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
35%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
School Mascot
Yellow Jacket
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Augusta High School's ranking?
North Augusta High School is ranked #138 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are North Augusta High School often compared to?
North Augusta High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midland Valley High School, Fox Creek High School, South Aiken High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Augusta High School?
The graduation rate of North Augusta High School is 87%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend North Augusta High School?
1,645 students attend North Augusta High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of North Augusta High School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Augusta High School?
North Augusta High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Augusta High School offer ?
North Augusta High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Augusta High School part of?
North Augusta High School is part of Aiken 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The marching band is great its fun and the school in general is good.
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