For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,416 students in 29681, SC.
The top ranked public high school in 29681, SC is Hillcrest High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 29681 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 77% statewide average). High schools in 29681, SC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29681 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hillcrest High School, with 83% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29681, SC Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hillcrest High School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3665 South Industrial Drive
Simpsonville, SC 29681
(864) 355-3500
Simpsonville, SC 29681
(864) 355-3500
Grades: 9-12
| 2,085 students
Rank: n/an/a
Green Upstate High School Greenville
Charter School
356 Bridgeway Boulevard
Simpsonville, SC 29681
(864) 626-7403
Simpsonville, SC 29681
(864) 626-7403
Grades: 9-12
| 331 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 29681, SC?
The top ranked public high schools in 29681, SC include Hillcrest High School.
How many public high schools are located in 29681?
2 public high schools are located in 29681.
What is the racial composition of students in 29681?
29681 public high schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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