| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester School District 2 | North Charleston | 8/10 Good · 76th pct | 26,135 | 25 | PK–12 | 5 |
| Dorchester School District 4 | Dorchester | 3/10 Below Average · 24th pct | 2,027 | 6 | PK–12 | 4 |
How Dorchester County compares
Together they enroll 28,162 students across 31 schools. The largest is Dorchester School District 2 with 26,135 students. Districts here average 5.5/10, below the South Carolina average of 5.6/10. Ratings range from 3/10 to 8/10.
School Districts in Dorchester County, South Carolina
Dorchester County has 2 public school districts covering 9 zip codes. The top-rated district in Dorchester County is Dorchester School District 2 (8/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against all districts in South Carolina. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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