For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,540 students in Laurens, SC.
The top ranked public high school in Laurens, SC is Laurens District 55 High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Laurens, SC public high school have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 77% statewide average). High schools in Laurens have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public high schools.
Laurens, SC public high school have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Laurens District 55 High School, with 80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Laurens, SC (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Laurens District 55 High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5058 Highway 76 West
Laurens, SC 29360
(864) 682-3151
Laurens, SC 29360
(864) 682-3151
Grades: 9-12
| 1,540 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Laurens, SC?
The top ranked public high schools in Laurens, SC include Laurens District 55 High School.
How many public high schools are located in Laurens?
1 public high schools are located in Laurens.
What is the racial composition of students in Laurens?
Laurens public high schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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