Easley High School is a public high school in Easley, South Carolina, founded in 1909. The original auditorium is on the National Register of Historic Places.
Serving 1,885 students in grades 9-12, Easley 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 57% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,885 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Easley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Easley High School's student population of 1,885 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,885 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Easley High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Easley High School is 0.53, 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
#164 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
12%
31%
White
66%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Green Wave
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Easley High School's ranking?
Easley High School is ranked #164 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Easley High School often compared to?
Easley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pickens High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Easley High School?
The graduation rate of Easley High School is 84%, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Easley High School?
1,885 students attend Easley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Easley High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Easley High School?
Easley High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Easley High School offer ?
Easley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Easley High School part of?
Easley High School is part of Pickens 01 School District.
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