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 GreatSchools 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
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Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 30, 2025
This school is horrible they neglect the kids and if your kid is struggling bad they still just pass them to the next grade. Teachers have favoritism with the kids. The kid’s behaviors are out of... More
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Mitchell Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
April 29, 2025
A fantastic school that loves all students!
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Mckissick Academy Of Science And Technology
Current student
April 28, 2025
The school launch is trash all the bathroom sell so bad and ever day fight happern. the art class smell trash and the teacher give 0 for no reason
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Sedgefield Middle School