Aiken High vs Charleston School of the Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in South Carolina, United States, 177 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aiken High
Aiken · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,097 students
Charleston School of the Arts
North Charleston · Public high · Grades 6–12
1,102 students
| Measure | Aiken High Aiken, South Carolina | Charleston School of the Arts North Charleston, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 25% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #103 of 228 | #11 of 228 |
| National rank | #4078 of 16,910 | #883 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 1,097 | 1,102 |
| Enrollment | 1,097 | 1,102 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 90% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 83% |
| city | Aiken | North Charleston |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Charleston School of the Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.9 vs 66.9).
- •Charleston School of the Arts does better on math proficiency (83% vs 56%).
- •Charleston School of the Arts does better on reading proficiency (90% vs 65%).
- •Aiken High does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 16.0).
- •Charleston School of the Arts is the larger school with 1,102 students compared with 1,097.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Aiken High better than Charleston School of the Arts?
On the Success Index (US), Charleston School of the Arts ranks higher (82.9 vs 66.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Aiken High and Charleston School of the Arts?
About 177 km in a straight line, between Aiken and North Charleston in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aiken High: 1,097. Charleston School of the Arts: 1,102. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aiken High and Charleston School of the Arts rank in South Carolina?
Aiken High is 103rd of 228 and Charleston School of the Arts is 11th of 228 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).