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Best Schools in Columbia, South Carolina
Compare 75 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.
75
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
49,097
Total Students
Across Columbia
12.9:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
75 schools found
Bradley Elementary
publicelementaryPK-5
3032 Pinebelt Road, Columbia, SC 29204
3.2
Rating
Students
392
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
27%
Carver-Lyon Elementary
publicelementaryPK-5
2100 Waverly Street, Columbia, SC 29204
3.2
Rating
Students
417
Student-Teacher
8:1
ELA Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
27%
W. G. Sanders Middle
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
3455 Pine Belt Road, Columbia, SC 29204
3
Rating
Students
503
Student-Teacher
9:1
ELA Proficiency
41%
Math Proficiency
19%
Annie Burnside Elementary
publicelementaryPK-5
7300 Patterson Road, Columbia, SC 29209
3
Rating
Students
306
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
27%
South Kilbourne Elementary
publicelementaryPK-5
1400 South Kilbourne Road, Columbia, SC 29205
3
Rating
Students
234
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
27%
Windsor Elementary
publicelementaryPK-5
9800 Dunbarton Drive, Columbia, SC 29223
3
Rating
Students
579
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
28%
H. B. Rhame Elementary
publicelementaryPK-5
1300 Arrowwood Drive, Columbia, SC 29210
2.9
Rating
Students
418
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
26%
Crossroads Intermediate
publicmiddleGrade 6-6
6949 St. Andrews Road, Columbia, SC 29212
2.9
Rating
Students
557
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
34%
Math Proficiency
23%
Seven Oaks Elementary
publicelementaryPK-5
2800 Ashland Road, Columbia, SC 29210
2.8
Rating
Students
522
Student-Teacher
9:1
ELA Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
24%
L. W. Conder Elementary
publicelementaryPK-5
8040 Hunt Club Road, Columbia, SC 29223
2.6
Rating
Students
489
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
25%
Math Proficiency
27%
Mill Creek Elementary
publicelementaryPK-5
925 Universal Drive, Columbia, SC 29209
2.5
Rating
Students
353
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
22%
Carolina School For Inquiry
charter schoolmiddlePK-6
7405-A Fairfield Road, Columbia, SC 29203
2.5
Rating
Students
114
Student-Teacher
9:1
ELA Proficiency
34.5%
Math Proficiency
15%
Caughman Road Elementary
publicelementaryPK-5
7725 Caughman Road, Columbia, SC 29209
2.4
Rating
Students
715
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
28%
Math Proficiency
19%
Sandel Elementary
publicelementaryPK-5
2700 Seminole Road, Columbia, SC 29210
2.4
Rating
Students
479
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
25%
Math Proficiency
22%
Forest Heights Elementary
publicelementaryPK-5
2500 Blue Ridge Terrace, Columbia, SC 29203
2.2
Rating
Students
435
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
22%
J. P. Thomas Elementary
publicelementaryPK-5
6001 Weston Avenue, Columbia, SC 29203
2.2
Rating
Students
346
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
22%
Burton Pack Elementary
publicelementaryPK-5
111 Garden Drive, Columbia, SC 29204
2.2
Rating
Students
255
Student-Teacher
9:1
ELA Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
22%
Clear Dot Charter School
charter schoolhighPK-11
2015 Marion Street, Columbia, SC 29201
2.2
Rating
Students
474
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
12%
Arden Elementary
publicelementaryPK-5
1300 Ashley Street, Columbia, SC 29203
2
Rating
Students
216
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
22%
Edward E. Taylor Elementary
publicelementaryPK-5
200 Mcrae Street, Columbia, SC 29203
2
Rating
Students
217
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
17%
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 →
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School Insights
Metrics for currently filtered schools
Academic Proficiency
Math23%
ELA29%
Students meeting state proficiency standards
Class Size Distribution
Small (<15:1)19
Moderate (15-20:1)1
Large (>20:1)0
Smaller classes allow more individual attention
Highlights
- 0% of schools rated 8/10 or above
- 715 students at Caughman Road Elementary
- Best ratio: 8:1
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.