Best Williamston Public High Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,086 students in Williamston, SC.
The top-ranked public high school in Williamston, SC is Palmetto High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Williamston, SC public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 84% (versus the 77% statewide average). High schools in Williamston have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public high schools.
Williamston, SC public high school have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Palmetto High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).

Best Public High Schools in Williamston, SC (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palmetto High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
804 North Hamilton Street
Williamston, SC 29697
(864) 847-7311
Gr: 9-12 | 1,086 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
Career And Technology Center Of Anderson 1 & 2
Vocational School
702 Belton Highway
Williamston, SC 29697
(864) 847-4121
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Williamston, SC?
The top-ranked public high schools in Williamston, SC include Palmetto High School.
How many public high schools are located in Williamston?
2 public high schools are located in Williamston.
What is the racial composition of students in Williamston?
Williamston public high schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).

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