Serving 1,024 students in grades 9-12, Powdersville 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 80-84% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,024 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Powdersville High serves the northern part of Greenville, SC, covering an area of approximately 22.6 square miles. Typically, families within this zone can expect a driving time of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Powdersville 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Powdersville High School's student population of 1,024 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,024 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
'A Tradition of Excellence'
School Rankings
Powdersville 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 Powdersville 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
#17 out of 1118 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
83.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powdersville High School's ranking?
Powdersville High School is ranked #17 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Powdersville High School often compared to?
Powdersville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wren High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Powdersville High School?
The graduation rate of Powdersville High School is 94%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Powdersville High School?
1,024 students attend Powdersville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Powdersville High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Powdersville High School?
Powdersville High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Powdersville High School offer ?
Powdersville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Powdersville High School part of?
Powdersville High School is part of Anderson 01 School District.
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