Best Schools in Easley, South Carolina
13 schools · 9 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Easley by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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West End Elementary
Elementary · Pickens 01. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Hunt Meadows Elementary
Elementary · Anderson 01. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Crosswell Elementary
Elementary · Pickens 01. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Easley for 2026 are West End Elementary (8.1/10), Hunt Meadows Elementary (8.0/10), and Crosswell Elementary (7.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 11 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
13
12 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$232,450
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
13
12 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$232,450
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 8.0/10 despite 48% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.2 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Easley schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Easley
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 11 rated schools; 13 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | West End Elementary | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Hunt Meadows Elementary | 8.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Crosswell Elementary | 7.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Dacusville Elementary | 7.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Richard H. Gettys Middle | 6.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Forest Acres Elementary | 6.0 / 10 |
| 7 | Easley High | 5.7 / 10 |
| 8 | Lakes and Bridges Charter School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 9 | East End Elementary | 4.9 / 10 |
| 10 | Mckissick Academy of Science and Technology | 4.3 / 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
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $69,100
- Median home value
- $232,450
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
38% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Easley compares
South Carolina rank
#75 of 133
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below South Carolina avg (6.3)
Median household income
$69k
111% of South Carolina median
Schools in this city
13
Pickens 01 runs 75% of Easley's public schools
Easley touches 3 districts, but Pickens 01 is the one most addresses actually attend.
Pickens 01 accounts for 9 of 12 public schools (75%). The other 2 districts hold the remaining 3.
Among 11 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.9 to 8.1 — the spread is inside Easley, not a citywide average.
- Pickens 019 public · 75%
- Anderson 012 public · 17%
- Sc Public Charter School District1 public · 8%
About Schools in Easley, South Carolina
Easley, South Carolina is home to 13 schools, including 12 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Easley show moderate performance 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 Easley is West End Elementary with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Easley is served by 3 school districts: Anderson 01, Pickens 01, SC Public Charter School District. These districts collectively serve 45,628 students.
Easley's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,100. The poverty rate in the area is 11.8%.
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
9 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 663 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 560 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.0 |
| 3 | 517 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.4 |
| 4 | 554 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 |
| 5 | 684 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.0 |
| 6 | 818 students · Pre-K–2nd | 5.2 |
| 7 | 202 students · 1st–8th | 5.2 |
| 8 | 606 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.9 |
| 9 | 510 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.3 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,321 students · 6th–8th | 6.5 |
| 2 | 261 students · 6th–8th | 3.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,885 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Easley Christian SchoolPrivate 133 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Easley
Easley, South Carolina · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$69,100
Median Home Value
$232,450
Median Rent
$934/mo
Population
68,718
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Community Profile
Easley has a median household income of $69,100. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $232,450, with a median rent of $934/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.8%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Carolina
- Elementary
- 9
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
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Common questions about schools in Easley, South Carolina
How many schools are in Easley, South Carolina?
Easley has 13 schools, including 12 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Easley, South Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Easley is 6.1 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 Easley, South Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Easley on MySchoolScout is West End Elementary with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Easley, South Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Easley on MySchoolScout is West End Elementary with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Easley, South Carolina?
The top-ranked middle school in Easley on MySchoolScout is Richard H. Gettys Middle with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best high school in Easley, South Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Easley on MySchoolScout is Easley High with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve Easley, South Carolina?
Easley is served by 3 school districts: Anderson 01, Pickens 01, Sc Public Charter School District.
What is the education level in Easley, South Carolina?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in Easley have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Easley, South Carolina?
The median household income in Easley is approximately $69,100 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Easley, South Carolina?
Yes, Easley has 1 private school alongside 12 public schools. The top-rated private school is Easley Christian School with a score of 7.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Easley, South Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Easley is 14.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Easley, 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.