Summary:
Anderson 03 is a small, highly ranked school district in rural upstate South Carolina, home to just one high school: Crescent High in Iva, SC, serving grades 9-12 with 819 students. This single school drives all district metrics, and it stands out as a top performer, ranking 24th out of 245 high schools statewide (90th percentile) with a 5-star rating for the 2025-2026 school year.
For parents, the headline is that Crescent High delivers exceptional academic results, particularly in English. English 2 proficiency is a remarkable 96.57%, nearly 13 points above the state average, and English 1 scores exceed the state by over 20 points. The school also boasts a dropout rate of just 0.2%—ten times lower than the state average—and a graduation rate of 91.7%, five points higher than the state. While Algebra 1 proficiency (75.77%) is the weakest subject, it still edges out the state average, though it trails the district figure, suggesting math is an area to watch. U.S. History scores improved dramatically from 65.67% to 74.62% in one year, showing strong momentum.
The one notable concern is chronic absenteeism, which sits at 28.7%—higher than both the district (25.3%) and state (22.3%) averages. This is surprising given the strong test scores and low dropout rate, but it may reflect that attending students are highly engaged. With per-student spending of $13,367 and a student-teacher ratio of 17.8:1, the school balances solid resource allocation with effective outcomes. Overall, Crescent High is a standout choice in the region, offering top-tier academics, excellent retention, and a clear upward trajectory in state rankings.
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