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

Columbia, 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 Columbia, South Carolina

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

There are 75 schools in Columbia, South Carolina, serving 49,097 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Columbia?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Columbia, 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 75 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

49,097

Total Students

Across Columbia

12.9:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

75 schools found

Brockman Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

2245 Montclair Drive, Columbia, SC 29206

120 Sparkleberry Lane, Columbia, SC 29229

3319 Millwood Avenue, Columbia, SC 29205

3300 Rosewood Drive, Columbia, SC 29205

Satchel Ford Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

5901 Satchel Ford Road, Columbia, SC 29206

4801 Hard Scrabble Road, Columbia, SC 29229

361 Pisgah Church Road, Columbia, SC 29203

Richland Northeast High

publichighGrade 9-12

7500 Brookfield Road, Columbia, SC 29223

4438 Devereaux Road, Columbia, SC 29205

1 Falcon Drive, Columbia, SC 29204

charter schoolhighGrade 9-12

501 Commerce Drive Ne, Columbia, SC 29223

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

5000 Clemson Avenue, Columbia, SC 29206

L. B. Nelson Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

225 North Brickyard Road, Columbia, SC 29223

Forest Lake Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

6801 Brookfield Road, Columbia, SC 29206

6671 St. Andrews Road, Columbia, SC 29212

1701 Westchester Drive, Columbia, SC 29210

2219 Barhamville Road, Columbia, SC 29204

Harbison West Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

257 Crossbow Drive, Columbia, SC 29212

North Springs Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

1300 Clemson Road, Columbia, SC 29229

Pendergrass Fairwold School

publichighK-12

5935 Token Street, Columbia, SC 29203

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Columbia

Columbia, South Carolina is home to 75 schools serving over 49,097 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

School Insights

Metrics for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency

Math52%

ELA71%

Students meeting state proficiency standards

Class Size Distribution

Small (<15:1)15

Moderate (15-20:1)4

Large (>20:1)1

Smaller classes allow more individual attention

Highlights

5% of schools rated 8/10 or above
2,230 students at Spring Valley High
Best ratio: 3:1

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Columbia, South Carolina?

There are 75 schools in Columbia, serving 49,097 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Columbia?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Columbia include schools with ratings of 8 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Columbia?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Columbia is 12.9:1.

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