2,809
Preschools
1,519
Elementary Schools
721
Middle Schools
588
High Schools
1,225
Public District Schools
2,426
Private Schools
3,747
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 GreatSchools 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
74,094 students | GREENVILLE, SC
Grades PK, K-12 | 93 schools -
Charleston 01 School District
48,330 students | CHARLESTON, SC
Grades PK, K-12 | 86 schools -
Horry 01 School District
44,479 students | CONWAY, SC
Grades PK, K-12 | 59 schools -
Berkeley 01
36,575 students | MONCKS CORNER, SC
Grades PK, K-12 | 47 schools -
Richland 02 School District
27,761 students | COLUMBIA, SC
Grades PK, K-12 | 33 schools
Reviews From Schools in South Carolina
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Parent / Guardian
May 20, 2024
My two kids have been attending Belvedere since 1st grade. They are very happy, and I am pleased with their education progress. They will be attending Belvedere Elementary again next year!
Review for
Belvedere Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 20, 2024
Las opciones de esta escuela tienen que ser antiguas. Hemos tenido problemas serios con uno de nuestros hijos
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Lake Murray Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 19, 2024
I started at East Link Academy when it first opened, and I have mixed feelings about it. Some teachers were really nice, but most of them didn't have much experience and seemed angry a lot. We often... More
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East Link Academy