For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 3,402 students in 29803, SC.
The top ranked public high schools in 29803, SC are Silver Bluff High School and South 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 29803 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 77% statewide average). High schools in 29803, SC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29803 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Silver Bluff High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29803, SC Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Silver Bluff High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
64 Desoto Drive
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 652-8100
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 652-8100
Grades: 9-12
| 789 students
Rank: #22.
South Aiken High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
232 East Pine Log Road
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 641-2600
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 641-2600
Grades: 9-12
| 1,305 students
Rank: n/an/a
Horse Creek Academy
Charter School
1200 Toolebeck Road
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 646-3506
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 646-3506
Grades: PK-12
| 1,308 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 29803, SC?
The top ranked public high schools in 29803, SC include Silver Bluff High School and South Aiken High School.
How many public high schools are located in 29803?
3 public high schools are located in 29803.
What is the racial composition of students in 29803?
29803 public high schools minority enrollment is 42% 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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