Aynor High School is a public high school in Aynor, South Carolina, United States. It is part of the Horry County Schools district and is an International Baccalaureate school.
Serving 878 students in grades 9-12, Aynor High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 878 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aynor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Aynor High School's student population of 878 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
878 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Colors
Blue, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Aynor High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aynor High School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#39 out of 1118 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
6%
31%
White
80%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Jacket
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aynor High School's ranking?
Aynor High School is ranked #39 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Aynor High School often compared to?
Aynor High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carolina Forest High School, St. James High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Aynor High School?
The graduation rate of Aynor High School is 88%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Aynor High School?
878 students attend Aynor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Aynor High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aynor High School?
Aynor High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aynor High School offer ?
Aynor High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Aynor High School part of?
Aynor High School is part of Horry 01 School District.
School Reviews
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