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All South Carolina School Districts
71 districts, sorted by rating
| District | City | Rating | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|
| York School District 4 | Fort Mill | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 2 |
| Anderson School District 1 | Easley | 10/10 Excellent · 98th pct | 2 |
| York School District 2 | Clover | 10/10 Excellent · 96th pct | 1 |
| Anderson School District 4 | Anderson | 10/10 Excellent · 95th pct | 3 |
| Spartanburg School District 2 | Boiling Springs | 10/10 Excellent · 93rd pct | 4 |
| Anderson School District 2 | Belton | 10/10 Excellent · 92nd pct | 2 |
| Abbeville County School District | Abbeville | 10/10 Excellent · 91st pct | 6 |
| Greenville County School District | Landrum | 9/10 Excellent · 89th pct | 23 |
| Anderson School District 3 | Anderson | 9/10 Excellent · 88th pct | 2 |
| Charleston County School District | Charleston | 9/10 Excellent · 86th pct | 25 |
| Spartanburg School District 5 | Duncan | 9/10 Excellent · 85th pct | 6 |
| Greenwood School District 52 | Ninety Six | 9/10 Excellent · 83rd pct | 1 |
| Horry County School District | Aynor | 9/10 Excellent · 82nd pct | 16 |
| Spartanburg School District 1 | Campobello | 9/10 Excellent · 80th pct | 2 |
| Lexington School District 5 | Chapin | 8/10 Good · 79th pct | 4 |
| Spartanburg School District 4 | Cross Anchor | 8/10 Good · 78th pct | 3 |
| Dorchester School District 2 | North Charleston | 8/10 Good · 76th pct | 5 |
| Lexington School District 1 | Gilbert | 8/10 Good · 75th pct | 5 |
| Pickens County School District | Central | 8/10 Good · 73rd pct | 9 |
| Anderson School District 5 | Anderson | 8/10 Good · 72nd pct | 2 |
| Spartanburg School District 3 | Spartanburg | 8/10 Good · 70th pct | 6 |
| Richland School District 2 | Blythewood | 7/10 Good · 69th pct | 4 |
| Beaufort County School District | Beaufort | 7/10 Good · 67th pct | 15 |
| Lancaster County School District | Heath Springs | 7/10 Good · 66th pct | 4 |
| Oconee County School District | Fair Play | 7/10 Good · 64th pct | 11 |
| Dillon School District 3 | Latta | 7/10 Good · 63rd pct | 1 |
| Kershaw County School District | Bethune | 7/10 Good · 62nd pct | 7 |
| York School District 3 | Catawba | 7/10 Good · 60th pct | 4 |
| Spartanburg School District 7 | Drayton | 6/10 Average · 59th pct | 1 |
| Florence School District 1 | Timmonsville | 6/10 Average · 57th pct | 5 |
| Berkeley County School District | Hanahan | 6/10 Average · 56th pct | 13 |
| Laurens School District 56 | Clinton | 6/10 Average · 54th pct | 4 |
| Spartanburg School District 6 | Spartanburg | 6/10 Average · 53rd pct | 7 |
| Newberry County School District | Chappells | 6/10 Average · 51st pct | 9 |
| Greenwood School District 51 | Ware Shoals | 6/10 Average · 50th pct | 1 |
| Aiken County School District | Monetta | 5/10 Average · 49th pct | 19 |
| Greenwood School District 50 | Greenwood | 5/10 Average · 47th pct | 4 |
| York School District 1 | Hickory Grove | 5/10 Average · 46th pct | 5 |
| Saluda County School District | Saluda | 5/10 Average · 44th pct | 1 |
| Hampton County School District | Brunson | 5/10 Average · 43rd pct | 9 |
| Florence School District 5 | Johnsonville | 5/10 Average · 41st pct | 1 |
| Georgetown County School District | Georgetown | 5/10 Average · 40th pct | 3 |
| Darlington County School District | Lamar | 4/10 Below Average · 38th pct | 6 |
| Fairfield County School District | Blackstock | 4/10 Below Average · 37th pct | 5 |
| Barnwell County School District | Barnwell | 4/10 Below Average · 36th pct | 4 |
| Edgefield County School District | Edgefield | 4/10 Below Average · 34th pct | 6 |
| Florence School District 2 | Pamplico | 4/10 Below Average · 33rd pct | 1 |
| Chester County School District | Great Falls | 4/10 Below Average · 31st pct | 7 |
| Lexington School District 2 | Cayce | 4/10 Below Average · 30th pct | 4 |
| Cherokee County School District | Cowpens | 3/10 Below Average · 28th pct | 5 |
| Chesterfield County School District | Mc Bee | 3/10 Below Average · 27th pct | 8 |
| Richland School District 1 | Eastover | 3/10 Below Average · 25th pct | 12 |
| Dorchester School District 4 | Dorchester | 3/10 Below Average · 24th pct | 4 |
| Calhoun County School District | Cameron | 3/10 Below Average · 22nd pct | 2 |
| Union County School District | Buffalo | 3/10 Below Average · 21st pct | 4 |
| Laurens School District 55 | Laurens | 3/10 Below Average · 20th pct | 3 |
| Dillon School District 4 | Dillon | 2/10 Poor · 18th pct | 5 |
| Florence School District 3 | Olanta | 2/10 Poor · 17th pct | 4 |
| Sumter County Consolidated School District | Dalzell | 2/10 Poor · 15th pct | 10 |
| Allendale County School District | Allendale | 2/10 Poor · 14th pct | 5 |
| Marlboro County School District | Bennettsville | 2/10 Poor · 12th pct | 6 |
| Williamsburg County School District | Greeleyville | 2/10 Poor · 11th pct | 7 |
| Lexington School District 4 | Gaston | 1/10 Poor · 9th pct | 2 |
| Orangeburg County School District | Bowman | 1/10 Poor · 8th pct | 17 |
| Colleton County School District | Lodge | 1/10 Poor · 7th pct | 10 |
| McCormick County School District | Mc Cormick | 1/10 Poor · 5th pct | 6 |
| Marion School District 10 | Centenary | 1/10 Poor · 4th pct | 6 |
| Jasper County School District | Coosawhatchie | 1/10 Poor · 2nd pct | 5 |
| Lee County School District | Bishopville | 1/10 Poor · 1st pct | 4 |
| Bamberg County School District | Bamberg | Not rated | 4 |
| Clarendon County School District | Alcolu | Not rated | 5 |
School Districts in South Carolina
South Carolina is home to 71 public school districts serving approximately 743,911 students across 424+ zip codes. The average district rating statewide is 6/10, based on state reading and math assessment proficiency (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for 90% of districts, with a 2017–18 fallback for the rest), ranked against other districts in the same state. Directory data (enrollment, schools, contacts) is NCES CCD 2024–25.
Top-rated districts in South Carolina include York School District 4, Anderson School District 1, York School District 2, and 2 more top-rated districts. Use the table above to sort and compare all districts, or click any district name to view its full profile including assigned schools, enrollment, and spending data.
Finding Your District in South Carolina
School district boundaries in South Carolina are determined by your residential address, not just your city or zip code. In some areas, a single zip code spans multiple districts, or a district may serve students across several zip codes. The most reliable way to confirm your district is to enter your exact zip code in the search tool above.
Why School Districts Matter for Homebuyers
In South Carolina, as across the country, school district quality is one of the top three factors homebuyers cite when choosing a neighborhood. Homes in higher-rated districts often command a premium of 5–25% compared to similar homes in adjacent districts. Whether you're buying, renting, or planning a move, understanding which school district serves your address is an essential first step.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in South Carolina? ▼
South Carolina has 71 public school districts covering 424+ zip codes and serving an estimated 743,911 students. The statewide average district rating is 6/10 based on state assessment data.
How do I find my school district in South Carolina? ▼
Enter your 5-digit zip code in the search box above to instantly find your South Carolina school district, including ratings, enrollment, and assigned elementary, middle, and high schools.
What is the best school district in South Carolina? ▼
The table above is sorted by rating (highest first). Districts rated 9–10/10 are top-tier based on state reading and math proficiency. Click any district name to view its full profile.
Can I search by address instead of zip code? ▼
Yes — on any district page, enter a full street address in the search box and it will resolve to the correct zip code automatically.