Serving 714 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). 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 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Saluda High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Saluda school district, covering approximately 341.5 square miles. This area generally extends up to 16.7 miles from the school, with most families typically driving 15-20 minutes to reach the campus.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Saluda High School's student population of 714 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
714 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Saluda 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 Saluda High School is 0.67, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#400 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
45%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 26-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 Saluda High School's ranking?
Saluda High School is ranked #400 out of 1,118 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% 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 85-89%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Saluda High School?
714 students attend Saluda High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Saluda High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saluda High School?
Saluda High School has a student ration of 17:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Saluda High School part of?
Saluda High School is part of Saluda 01 School District.
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