Serving 924 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 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). 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 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 924 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Pendleton High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Anderson, SC, encompassing approximately 165.1 square miles. Typically, it takes 15-20 minutes to drive to the school, with an average distance of 9.6 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 14.7 miles at its furthest point.
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pendleton High School's student population of 924 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
924 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Pendleton High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pendleton High School is 0.44, 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
#13 out of 1118 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
15%
31%
White
73%
46%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
83.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pendleton High School's ranking?
Pendleton High School is ranked #13 out of 1,118 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?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% 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 85-89%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Pendleton High School?
924 students attend Pendleton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% 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 2% 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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