Serving 718 students in grades 9-12, Pelion High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% 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: 718 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pelion High serves the southern part of Pelion, SC, covering an area of approximately 114.6 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of about 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being around 10.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pelion High School's student population of 718 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
718 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Pelion High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pelion High School is 0.50, 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
#387 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
19%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
68%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
75-79%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2013–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pelion High School's ranking?
Pelion High School is ranked #387 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Pelion High School often compared to?
Pelion High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Swansea High School, River Bluff High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pelion High School?
The graduation rate of Pelion High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Pelion High School?
718 students attend Pelion High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Pelion High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pelion High School?
Pelion High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pelion High School offer ?
Pelion High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pelion High School part of?
Pelion High School is part of Lexington 01 School District.
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