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Best Schools in Dorchester, South Carolina

Compare 3 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

3
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
1,383
Total Students
Across Dorchester
11:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
3 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score25%
ELA Assessment Score52%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)3 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)0 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

  • ✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
  • ✓Largest student enrollment is 680 students at Woodland High.
  • ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 9:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.
Woodland High
publichighGrade 9-12
4128 Highway 78, Dorchester, SC 29437
5.2
Rating
Students
680
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
77%
Math Proficiency
27%
Harleyville Elementary
publicelementaryPK-5
1650 East Main Street, Dorchester, SC 29437
2.5
Rating
Students
248
Student-Teacher
9:1
ELA Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
22%
Woodland Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
4044 Highway 78, Dorchester, SC 29437
0
Rating
Students
455
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%

Detailed Overview of Schools in Dorchester

Dorchester, South Carolina is home to 3 schools serving over 1,383 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Dorchester, South Carolina?

There are 3 schools in Dorchester, serving 1,383 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Dorchester?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Dorchester 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 Dorchester?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Dorchester is 11:1.

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