What types of schools are available in Lancaster, South Carolina?

Lancaster, South Carolina offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Lancaster, South Carolina

Q: How many schools are in Lancaster, South Carolina?

There are 14 schools in Lancaster, South Carolina, serving 9,085 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Lancaster?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Lancaster, South Carolina, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 14 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

9,085

Total Students

Across Lancaster

13.4:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

14 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score42%

ELA Assessment Score46%

🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)9 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)5 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓7% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,905 students at Indian Land High.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 11:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Buford High

publichighGrade 9-12

4290 Tabernacle Road, Lancaster, SC 29720

6100 Charlotte Hwy, Lancaster, SC 29720

1906 North Rocky River Road, Lancaster, SC 29720

4945 Charlotte Highway, Lancaster, SC 29720

Discovery Charter Of Lancaster

charter schoolelementaryK-5

302 West Dunlap Street, Lancaster, SC 29720

1100 Roddey Drive, Lancaster, SC 29720

625 Woodland Drive, Lancaster, SC 29720

Mcdonald Green Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

2763 Lynwood Drive, Lancaster, SC 29720

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

1890 North Rocky River Road, Lancaster, SC 29720

1477 Locustwood Avenue, Lancaster, SC 29720

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

422 Old Dixie Road, Lancaster, SC 29720

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

1551 Billings Drive, Lancaster, SC 29720

Brooklyn Springs Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

1637 Billings Drive, Lancaster, SC 29720

110 Clinton School Road, Lancaster, SC 29720

Detailed Overview of Schools in Lancaster

Lancaster, South Carolina is home to 14 schools serving over 9,085 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Lancaster, South Carolina?

There are 14 schools in Lancaster, serving 9,085 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Lancaster?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Lancaster include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Lancaster?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Lancaster is 13.4:1.

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