Airport High

1315 Boston Avenue
West Columbia, SC 29170

1,272 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Airport High School, located in West Columbia, South Carolina, is a prominent secondary institution serving the Lexington School District Two community. The school is known for its strong emphasis on preparing students for life beyond graduation, offering a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside a variety of extracurricular programs. As a central hub for students in the area, the school focuses on fostering a supportive environment that encourages personal growth, school spirit, and academic achievement.

Beyond its traditional classroom offerings, Airport High is recognized for its commitment to career and technical education (CTE) and athletics, which help provide a well-rounded experience for its diverse student body. The school actively works to maintain strong ties with the West Columbia community, hosting various events and programs that promote civic engagement and pride. With a mission centered on excellence and innovation, Airport High remains a vital pillar for student success in the region.

1,272

Total Students

73.0

Full-Time Teachers

17.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Airport High
Demographic	Student Count
White	453
Hispanic	308
Black	440
Asian	16
Two or More	52
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	2

White
453 (35.6%)
Black
440 (34.6%)
Hispanic
308 (24.2%)
Two or More
52 (4.1%)
Asian
16 (1.3%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.2%)
American Indian
1 (0.1%)

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:	Lexington 02
Phone:	(803)822-5600
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,272
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	73.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the 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 9 391

Grade 10 335

Grade 11 257

Grade 12 289