Serving 1,697 students in grades 9-12, North Augusta High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,697 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Augusta High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Augusta High School's student population of 1,697 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Mascot
Yellow Jacket
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,697 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Year Founded
1910
School Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
North Augusta High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Augusta High School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#154 out of 1154 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
31%
31%
White
47%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Augusta High School's ranking?
North Augusta High School is ranked #154 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are North Augusta High School often compared to?
North Augusta High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Aiken High School, Midland Valley High School, Fox Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Augusta High School?
The graduation rate of North Augusta High School is 91%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend North Augusta High School?
1,697 students attend North Augusta High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of North Augusta High School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Augusta High School?
North Augusta High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Augusta High School offer ?
North Augusta High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Augusta High School part of?
North Augusta High School is part of Aiken 01 School District.
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