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Pickens High

📍 Pickens, South Carolina Public

1,226

👥 Total Enrollment

Students enrolled

14.6:1

📏 Student–Teacher Ratio

Better than US avg (~16:1)

9–12

🎓 Grade Levels

4 active grades

84.0

👩‍🏫 Full-Time Teachers

FTE certified faculty

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Pickens High, a high public school serving grades 9–12 in Pickens, South Carolina, with 1,226 students and a student-teacher ratio of 14.6:1. Data: NCES 2024-2025.

📖 Academic Overview & Key Context

Located in Pickens, South Carolina, Pickens High is a regular public school serving students from grades 9–12. The school operates within the Pickens 01 in Pickens County. With a current reported enrollment of 1,226 students, it provides a mid-size student body designed to support academic and personal growth.

In terms of academic staffing and instructional attention, Pickens High maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.6:1. This aligns closely with the United States national benchmark of approximately 16:1, balancing peer collaboration with focused teacher instruction. The campus educational team includes approximately 84.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) classroom teachers and certified instructional personnel.

Reflecting the multicultural fabric of Pickens, the student body at Pickens High represents diverse backgrounds. The most represented ethnic demographics include White (86.5%), Hispanic (7.3%), Two or more races (3.8%). This diverse mix contributes to a rich campus experience that prepares students for higher education and global careers.

👥 Student Demographics & Diversity

Official NCES reported race and ethnicity breakdown

1,226 Students reported

White 86.5%

1,060 enrolled students

Hispanic 7.3%

90 enrolled students

Two or more races 3.8%

47 enrolled students

Black / African American 2.2%

27 enrolled students

Asian 0.2%

2 enrolled students

American Indian / Alaska Native 0%

0 enrolled students

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0%

0 enrolled students

⚧ Gender Distribution Total 1,226

👦 Male 52% (637) 👧 Female 48% (589)

📊 Enrollment by Grade Level

Student distribution across all enrolled grade levels

4 Grade Levels

313

323

10 ★ top

288

302

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School facts

Address 150 Blue Flame Drive, Pickens, SC 29671

Phone (864) 397-3600

School district Pickens 01

County Pickens County

Grades 9–12

Students 1,226 students

Student–teacher ratio 14.6:1

Full-time teachers 84.0

Community type Town: Fringe

Level High

Type Public

Virtual Supplemental Virtual

Coordinates 34.90627, -82.71629

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NCES school ID 450333000904

School year 2024-2025

Source NCES

📍 Location

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150 Blue Flame Drive

Pickens, SC 29671 Pickens County

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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What grades are taught at Pickens High? +

Pickens High serves students in grades 9–12. The school curriculum is structured specifically for these grade levels in accordance with South Carolina state educational standards.

How many students attend Pickens High? +

According to official National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) records, Pickens High has a total reported enrollment of 1,226 students.

What is the student-to-teacher ratio at Pickens High? +

The student-teacher ratio at Pickens High is 14.6:1, supported by approximately 84.0 full-time equivalent certified teachers.

Is Pickens High a public or private school? +

Pickens High is a traditional public school located in Pickens, South Carolina under the administration of the Pickens 01.

Where is Pickens High located? +

Pickens High is located at 150 Blue Flame Drive, Pickens, SC 29671. Families can reach the administrative office by telephone at (864) 397-3600 or by visiting the campus during regular school hours.