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Very Good

#252 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 21% in state

North Augusta High

High School · Aiken 01

2000 Knobcone Avenue, North Augusta, SC 29841

Enrollment

1,697

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

7.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#252 of 1,176

In North Augusta

#2 of 9

public schools

In district

#4 of 39

Aiken 01

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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North Augusta High

7.5/10

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

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About North Augusta High

North Augusta High is a public high school in North Augusta, SC, part of Aiken 01. North Augusta High serves approximately 1,697 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. North Augusta High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #252 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for North Augusta High show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • SC avg 7.3

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at North Augusta 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 Progress9.3Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.0Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency87% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency71% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+15.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
College Readiness8.5Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate91%
AP Participation31.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,967
Chronic Absenteeism32.2%

North Augusta High — Students at North Augusta High score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 75.0% (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
67%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
56%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
91%
ELA
89%
2015
Math
88%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
73%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
79%
ELA
80%
2019
Math
79%
ELA
80%
2020*
Math
51%
ELA
86%
2021*
Math
51%
ELA
86%
2022
Math
55%
ELA
87%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How North Augusta High Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
79th percentile in SC
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.6
Sports
3
1 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
90 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
31.5% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics3sports offered
1 boys'·2 girls'·27 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 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

2000 Knobcone Avenue, North Augusta, SC 29841

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Augusta High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Davidson Magnet School (rated 9.4/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Augusta), which scores notably higher. Another option is CURTIS BAPTIST SCHOOL (PK-12) (rated 8.9/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Augusta), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VICTORY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in North Augusta, see our North Augusta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Paul Knox Middle North Augusta 0.6 mi 4.7
Mossy Creek Elementary North Augusta 0.9 mi 7.0
VICTORY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL North Augusta 1.5 mi 8.1
Hammond Hill Elementary North Augusta 1.8 mi 5.9
FAIRVIEW EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER North Augusta 2.2 mi
OUR LADY OF PEACE SCHOOL North Augusta 2.3 mi 6.6
Belvedere Elementary Belvedere 2.2 mi 5.6
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH WEEKDAY EDUCATION North Augusta 2.8 mi 4.1
GRACE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER North Augusta 2.8 mi
North Augusta Middle North Augusta 2.9 mi 4.1
North Augusta Elementary North Augusta 3.1 mi 6.3
Garrett Elementary School Augusta 2.9 mi 4.0
Merriwether Elementary North Augusta 3.2 mi 4.8
Merriwether Middle North Augusta 3.3 mi 5.7
CHALLENGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Augusta 3.8 mi
CURTIS BAPTIST SCHOOL (PK-12) Augusta 4.0 mi 8.9
Lamar - Milledge Elementary School Augusta 4.0 mi 5.5
Davidson Magnet School Augusta 4.3 mi 9.4
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Augusta 4.4 mi 7.0
HERITAGE ACADEMY Augusta 4.7 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29841 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,811

Median Home Value

$186,000

Median Rent

$1,050/mo

Population

32,409

College Educated

31.6%

Homeownership

69.6%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

12%

Median Age

41.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Augusta High

What grades does North Augusta High serve?

North Augusta High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend North Augusta High?

North Augusta High has an enrollment of approximately 1,697 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Augusta High?

The student-teacher ratio at North Augusta High is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Augusta High rank in SC?

North Augusta High ranks #252 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is North Augusta High's MySchoolScout rating?

North Augusta High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 North Augusta High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Augusta High has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is North Augusta High a charter school?

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

Is North Augusta High a Title I school?

No, North Augusta High is not currently a Title I school.

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

56.9% of students at North Augusta 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,697
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
90
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Aiken County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.2%
4-Year Graduation
91.0%

District

Aiken 01
District Enrollment
23,103
Schools in District
41
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,967
District Rank
#4 of 39

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