Aiken High

1,097 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Aiken High School, located at 449 Rutland Drive in Aiken, South Carolina, is a cornerstone of the Aiken County Public School District. Serving a diverse student population, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and a robust extracurricular environment. It offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career and technical education (CTE) programs, and specialized academic pathways designed to prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Aiken High is deeply rooted in the local community and maintains a strong tradition of school spirit. The institution features a wide array of athletic programs, arts initiatives, and student-led clubs that encourage personal growth and leadership. With its historical significance in the region and its ongoing focus on fostering a supportive learning environment, Aiken High remains a central hub for student development and community engagement within the city of Aiken.

1,097

Total Students

78.0

Full-Time Teachers

14.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Aiken High
Demographic	Student Count
White	430
Hispanic	108
Black	501
Asian	9
Two or More	47
American Indian	2

Black
501 (45.7%)
White
430 (39.2%)
Hispanic
108 (9.8%)
Two or More
47 (4.3%)
Asian
9 (0.8%)
American Indian
2 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Aiken 01
Phone:	(803)641-2500
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,097
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	78.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 328

Grade 10 285

Grade 11 256

Grade 12 228