South Aiken High

1,356 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

South Aiken High School, located at 232 East Pine Log Road in Aiken, South Carolina, is a prominent public secondary school serving the Aiken County Public School District. Known for its comprehensive academic curriculum and vibrant extracurricular culture, the school is a hub for student development in the region. It is widely recognized for its "Thoroughbred" spirit and maintains a strong focus on preparing students for post-secondary success through a blend of rigorous coursework, career-oriented programs, and various athletic and arts-related initiatives.

Beyond its academic offerings, South Aiken High plays a significant role in the local community by fostering a supportive environment that emphasizes student leadership and civic engagement. The school’s facilities and faculty are dedicated to providing a well-rounded educational experience that caters to a diverse student body. By balancing traditional instruction with modern educational standards, South Aiken High continues to be a focal point for families in the Aiken area who are seeking a community-oriented and competitive learning environment for their high school students.

1,356

Total Students

76.5

Full-Time Teachers

17.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for South Aiken High
Demographic	Student Count
White	709
Hispanic	165
Black	374
Asian	23
Two or More	76
American Indian	5
Pacific Islander	4

White
709 (52.3 %)
Black
374 (27.6 %)
Hispanic
165 (12.2 %)
Two or More
76 (5.6 %)
Asian
23 (1.7 %)
American Indian
5 (0.4 %)
Pacific Islander
4 (0.3 %)

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)641-2600
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,356
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	76.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.7
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 9 404

Grade 10 379

Grade 11 247

Grade 12 326