Crescent High

Crescent High serves 821 students in grades 9-12 in the rural community of Iva, South Carolina. With 46 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a manageable 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for meaningful student-teacher relationships. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.3 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking #147 out of 1,192 high schools statewide, placing it in the 88th percentile.

Students excel particularly in English Language Arts, with an impressive 90% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels. Mathematics performance shows 67% of students meeting or exceeding proficiency standards, indicating solid preparation in quantitative skills. Crescent High's academic success is notable given its community context.

The surrounding area has a median household income of $48,919 and a 17.8% poverty rate, with 15% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher. Despite these economic challenges, the school has created an environment where students can thrive academically. Located on Highway 81 South, Crescent High sits in Anderson County's rural landscape, serving a tight-knit community of approximately 8,000 residents where median home values reflect the area's affordability at $107,400.

Located in a rural area, Crescent High may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.