2,853
Preschools
1,556
Elementary Schools
749
Middle Schools
632
High Schools
1,287
Public District Schools
2,424
Private Schools
3,824
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in South Carolina based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about ӣƵ ratings.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in South Carolina offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in South Carolina
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Greenville 01 School District
77,978 students | GREENVILLE, SC
Grades PK, K-12 | 95 schools -
Charleston 01 School District
49,929 students | CHARLESTON, SC
Grades PK, K-12 | 87 schools -
Horry County Schools
47,357 students | CONWAY, SC
Grades PK, K-12 | 60 schools -
Berkeley 01
37,932 students | MONCKS CORNER, SC
Grades PK, K-12 | 47 schools -
Richland 02 School District
28,510 students | COLUMBIA, SC
Grades PK, K-12 | 33 schools
Reviews From Schools in South Carolina
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April 27, 2025
They beat us with paddles. I hope they’ve removed this practice because they seemed to enjoy it.
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Ware Shoals Primary School
Parent / Guardian
April 27, 2025
We have loved the years we have experienced at KTES with our child. He has been loved by his teachers and challenged. He comes home from school sharing his new spelling strategies and math skills. ... More
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Kings Town Elementary
Parent / Guardian
April 27, 2025
Our son began attending JME when we first moved here from Atlanta and he was in second grade. I was a little concerned that he wouldn’t get the extra time and attention he sometimes needed and... More
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Jennie Moore Elementary School