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Very Good

#416 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 35% in state

Easley High

High School · Pickens 01

154 Green Wave Boulevard, Easley, SC 29642

Enrollment

1,885

Student-Teacher

19:1

Score

7.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#416 of 1,176

In Easley

#3 of 12

public schools

In district

#4 of 23

Pickens 01

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Easley High

7.0/10

High School in Easley · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Easley High

Easley High is a public high school in Easley, SC, part of Pickens 01. Easley High serves approximately 1,885 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Easley High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #416 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Easley High show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • SC avg 7.3

What Parents Should Know

Easley High sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

33% of students at Easley High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency64% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
College Readiness7.7Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate90%
AP Participation21%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,485
Chronic Absenteeism32.9%

Easley High — Students at Easley High score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 73.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
66%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
56%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
86%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
83%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
78%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
83%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
83%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
85%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.

How Easley High Compares

See how Easley High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
65th percentile in SC
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.6
Sports
6
3 boys' · 3 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
99 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
21% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics6sports offered
3 boys'·3 girls'·13 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

154 Green Wave Boulevard, Easley, SC 29642

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Easley High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Powdersville High (rated 7.5/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Greenville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Wren High (rated 7.3/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Piedmont), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Liberty High (rated 7.2/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Liberty), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Easley, see our Easley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.1 mi
School Distance Rating
West End Elementary Easley 1.6 mi 5.7
Forest Acres Elementary Easley 1.9 mi 6.8
Hunt Meadows Elementary Easley 2.4 mi 7.2
Lakes and Bridges Charter School Easley 2.7 mi 7.6
Richard H. Gettys Middle Easley 2.7 mi 5.2
East End Elementary Easley 2.8 mi 6.6
EASLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Easley 2.9 mi 5.7
McKissick Academy of Science and Technology Easley 4.4 mi 6.6
Wren Middle Piedmont 5.0 mi 6.3
Wren High Piedmont 5.1 mi 7.3
Wren Elementary Piedmont 5.3 mi 7.5
Crosswell Elementary Easley 5.3 mi 5.9
Concrete Primary Easley 5.3 mi 5.2
Powdersville Middle Greenville 5.3 mi 7.2
Powdersville Elementary Greenville 5.4 mi 7.7
Powdersville High Greenville 5.5 mi 7.5
Spearman Elementary Piedmont 7.7 mi 7.5
Tanglewood Middle Greenville 6.9 mi 4.5
Liberty Elementary Liberty 6.8 mi 5.3
Liberty High Liberty 7.1 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29642 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,604

Median Home Value

$267,700

Median Rent

$915/mo

Population

35,721

College Educated

33.3%

Homeownership

82.4%

Avg Commute

31.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

40.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Easley High

What grades does Easley High serve?

Easley High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Easley High?

Easley High has an enrollment of approximately 1,885 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Easley High?

The student-teacher ratio at Easley High is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Easley High rank in SC?

Easley High ranks #416 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Easley High's MySchoolScout rating?

Easley High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Easley High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Easley High has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Easley High a charter school?

No, Easley High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Easley High a Title I school?

No, Easley High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Easley High?

59.7% of students at Easley High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,885
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers (FTE)
99
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Pickens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.9%
4-Year Graduation
90.0%

District

Pickens 01
District Enrollment
16,223
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,485
District Rank
#4 of 23

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