Serving 940 students in grades 9-12, Pendleton High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 940 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pendleton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pendleton High School's student population of 940 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
940 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Pendleton High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pendleton High School is 0.43, 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
#38 out of 1154 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
15%
31%
White
74%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pendleton High School's ranking?
Pendleton High School is ranked #38 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Pendleton High School often compared to?
Pendleton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like T. L. Hanna High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pendleton High School?
The graduation rate of Pendleton High School is 88%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Pendleton High School?
940 students attend Pendleton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Pendleton High School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pendleton High School?
Pendleton High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pendleton High School offer ?
Pendleton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pendleton High School part of?
Pendleton High School is part of Anderson 04 School District.
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