2,808
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
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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
April 24, 2024
We have loved Charleston Day for our family! Our children are excited to go to school everyday where the faculty and staff both know every child and call them by name. They love their relationships... More
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Charleston Day School
Teacher
April 24, 2024
I have worked here for 15+ years and love the family atmosphere! I started here as a parent and have worked in several capacities from kindergarten through eighth grade. The autonomy and culture is... More
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Spartanburg Preparatory School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 24, 2024
This school condones bullying. No matter how many times you report it nothing will be done about it. My niece has been experiencing other kids hitting, pushing and threatening to kill her and nothing... More
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Leaphart Elementary School