Serving 620 students in grades 9-12, Saluda High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saluda High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Saluda High School's student population of 620 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Saluda High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saluda High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#549 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
38%
12%
Black
24%
32%
White
35%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saluda High School's ranking?
Saluda High School is ranked #549 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Saluda High School?
The graduation rate of Saluda High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Saluda High School?
620 students attend Saluda High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Saluda High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saluda High School?
Saluda High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Saluda High School offer ?
Saluda High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Saluda High School part of?
Saluda High School is part of Saluda 01 School District.
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