Aiken High vs Palmetto High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in South Carolina, United States, 137 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
Palmetto High
Williamston · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,086 students
| Measure | Aiken High Aiken, South Carolina | Palmetto High Williamston, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #103 of 228 | #74 of 228 |
| National rank | #4078 of 16,910 | #2971 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,097 | 1,086 |
| Enrollment | 1,097 | 1,086 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 77% |
| city | Aiken | Williamston |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Palmetto High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.3 vs 66.9).
- •Palmetto High does better on math proficiency (77% vs 56%).
- •Palmetto High does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 65%).
- •Aiken High does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 18.4).
- •Aiken High is the larger school with 1,097 students compared with 1,086.
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 Palmetto High?
On the Success Index (US), Palmetto High ranks higher (71.3 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 Palmetto High?
About 137 km in a straight line, between Aiken and Williamston in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aiken High: 1,097. Palmetto High: 1,086. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aiken High and Palmetto High rank in South Carolina?
Aiken High is 103rd of 228 and Palmetto High is 74th of 228 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).