Best Schools in Bamberg, South Carolina
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Bamberg by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Bamberg-Ehrhardt Middle
Middle · Bamberg 03. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Richard Carroll Elementary
Elementary · Bamberg 03. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$101,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$101,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Bamberg
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bamberg-Ehrhardt Middle | 8.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Richard Carroll Elementary | 7.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.8/10
- Median household income
- $51,341
- Median home value
- $101,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Bamberg compares
South Carolina rank
#2 of 133
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.5
above South Carolina avg (6.3)
Median household income
$51k
82% of South Carolina median
Schools in this city
3
Bamberg 03 runs Bamberg's public schools
3 public schools. Bamberg 03 is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Bamberg is a Bamberg 03 school (3 of 3).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 7.7 to 8.3 — the spread is inside Bamberg, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Bamberg, South Carolina
Bamberg, South Carolina is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Bamberg perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Bamberg is Bamberg-Ehrhardt Middle with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Bamberg is served by 1 school district: Bamberg 03. These districts collectively serve 1,767 students.
Bamberg's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $51,341. The poverty rate in the area is 23.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 647 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 187 students · 7th–8th | 8.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 354 students · 9th–12th | 7.4 |
Schools in Bamberg
Bamberg, South Carolina · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$51,341
Median Home Value
$101,500
Median Rent
$825/mo
Population
5,616
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
77%
Poverty Rate
23.5%
Community Profile
Bamberg has a median household income of $51,341. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $101,500, with a median rent of $825/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Carolina
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Bamberg, South Carolina
How many schools are in Bamberg, South Carolina?
Bamberg has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bamberg, South Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bamberg is 7.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Bamberg, South Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Bamberg on MySchoolScout is Bamberg-Ehrhardt Middle with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bamberg, South Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bamberg on MySchoolScout is Richard Carroll Elementary with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Bamberg, South Carolina?
The top-ranked middle school in Bamberg on MySchoolScout is Bamberg-Ehrhardt Middle with a composite score of 8.3/10.
How many school districts serve Bamberg, South Carolina?
Bamberg is served by 1 school district: Bamberg 03.
What is the education level in Bamberg, South Carolina?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Bamberg have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bamberg, South Carolina?
The median household income in Bamberg is approximately $51,341 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bamberg, South Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bamberg is 12.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bamberg, South Carolina?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, South Carolina Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.