Best Schools in Cayce, South Carolina
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Cayce by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Brookland-cayce High
High · Lexington 02. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Cayce Elementary
Elementary · Lexington 02. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Cyril B. Busbee Creative Arts Academy
Middle · Lexington 02. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Cayce for 2026 are Brookland-cayce High (7.0/10), Cayce Elementary (6.8/10), and Cyril B. Busbee Creative Arts Academy (6.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$156,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$156,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Cayce
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brookland-cayce High | 7.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Cayce Elementary | 6.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Cyril B. Busbee Creative Arts Academy | 6.1 / 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
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $57,524
- Median home value
- $156,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 31%
- Avg commute
- 20 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 59%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Cayce compares
South Carolina rank
#34 of 129
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.5
above South Carolina avg (6.2)
Median household income
$58k
92% of South Carolina median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Cayce, South Carolina
Cayce, 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 6.6 out of 10, schools in Cayce show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Cayce is Brookland-cayce High with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Cayce is served by 1 school district: Lexington 02. These districts collectively serve 8,544 students.
Cayce's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,524. The poverty rate in the area is 16.9%.
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 | 986 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 417 students · 6th–8th | 6.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,222 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 |
Schools in Cayce
Cayce, South Carolina · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,524
Median Home Value
$156,400
Median Rent
$1,342/mo
Population
12,971
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Community Profile
Cayce has a median household income of $57,524. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $156,400, with a median rent of $1,342/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.9%. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Carolina
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Cayce, South Carolina
How many schools are in Cayce, South Carolina?
Cayce has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Cayce, South Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cayce is 6.6 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 Cayce, South Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Cayce on MySchoolScout is Brookland-cayce High with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Cayce, South Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Cayce on MySchoolScout is Cayce Elementary with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Cayce, South Carolina?
The top-ranked middle school in Cayce on MySchoolScout is Cyril B. Busbee Creative Arts Academy with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best high school in Cayce, South Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Cayce on MySchoolScout is Brookland-cayce High with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Cayce, South Carolina?
Cayce is served by 1 school district: Lexington 02.
What is the education level in Cayce, South Carolina?
According to Census data, 31% of adults in Cayce have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cayce, South Carolina?
The median household income in Cayce is approximately $57,524 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cayce, South Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cayce is 13.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cayce, 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.