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 °ÅÀÖÊÓƵ ratings.
Academic Summary
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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
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Parent / Guardian
May 03, 2025
We are thrilled with our child's Pre-K experience at Mason Prep. Via
a team of exceptional educators and dedicated administrators, the
program has proven to be unique in its ability to blend together... More
Review for
Mason Preparatory School
Parent / Guardian
May 02, 2025
My oldest child started Memminger in CD-4 and will be graduating from this wonderful school this month. My youngest also started in pre-k, but moved to Buist for 3rd grade--which is not a move I... More
Review for
Memminger Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 02, 2025
Love the family stuff they do, and I think it's amazing they do fresh for all's. But bullying is a little bad here, and test scores are way lower than other elementary schools
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Mount Holly Elementary