For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,460 students in 29801, SC.
The top ranked public high school in 29801, SC is Aiken High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 29801 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 86% (versus the 76% statewide average). High schools in 29801, SC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29801 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Aiken Scholars Academy, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 29801, SC Public High Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Aiken High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
449 Rutland Drive
Aiken, SC 29801
(803) 641-2500
Aiken, SC 29801
(803) 641-2500
Grades: 9-12
| 1,291 students
Rank: n/an/a
471 University Parkway Box 12
Aiken, SC 29801
(803) 641-2428
Aiken, SC 29801
(803) 641-2428
Grades: 9-12
| 169 students
29801, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
101 Gator Lane
Aiken, SC 29801
(803) 641-2570
Aiken, SC 29801
(803) 641-2570
Grades: 6-8
| 478 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 29801, SC?
The top ranked public high schools in 29801, SC include Aiken High School.
How many public high schools are located in 29801, SC?
2 public high schools are located in 29801, SC.
What is the racial composition of students in 29801, SC?
29801, SC public high schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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