Serving 640 students in grades 9-12, Liberty High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Liberty High School's student population of 640 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
640 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Liberty High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty High School is 0.32, 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
#280 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
4%
31%
White
82%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Pickens 01 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty High School's ranking?
Liberty High School is ranked #280 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Liberty High School often compared to?
Liberty High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pickens High School, D. W. Daniel High School, Easley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Liberty High School?
The graduation rate of Liberty High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Liberty High School?
640 students attend Liberty High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Liberty High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty High School?
Liberty High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Liberty High School offer ?
Liberty High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Liberty High School part of?
Liberty High School is part of Pickens 01 School District.
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