Best Schools in Goose Creek, South Carolina
15 schools · 10 Elementary · 3 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Goose Creek by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Mevers School of Excellence
Elementary · Charter Institute at Erskine. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Howe Hall Aims Elementary
Elementary · Berkeley 01. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Marrington Middle School of the Arts
Middle · Berkeley 01. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Goose Creek for 2026 are Mevers School of Excellence (7.8/10), Howe Hall Aims Elementary (7.3/10), and Marrington Middle School of the Arts (7.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 14 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
15
14 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$377,750
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
15
14 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$377,750
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 7.8/10 despite 76% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.6 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 Goose Creek schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Goose Creek
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (14 of 15). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mevers School of Excellence | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Howe Hall Aims Elementary | 7.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Marrington Middle School of the Arts | 7.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Marrington Elementary | 7.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Stratford High | 6.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Goose Creek High | 5.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Goose Creek Elementary | 5.7 / 10 |
| 8 | Westview Elementary | 5.1 / 10 |
| 9 | Westview Primary | 4.3 / 10 |
| 10 | Boulder Bluff Elementary | 4.0 / 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
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $99,100
- Median home value
- $377,750
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 41%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
29% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Goose Creek compares
South Carolina rank
#106 of 129
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.9
below South Carolina avg (6.2)
Median household income
$99k
159% of South Carolina median
Schools in this city
14
About Schools in Goose Creek, South Carolina
Goose Creek, South Carolina is home to 15 schools, including 14 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 10 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Goose Creek 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 Goose Creek is Mevers School of Excellence with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Goose Creek is served by 2 school districts: Berkeley 01, Charter Institute at Erskine. These districts collectively serve 64,411 students.
Goose Creek's community shows 41% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $99,100. The poverty rate in the area is 8.1%.
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
10 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 873 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.8 | ||
| 2 | 418 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.3 | ||
| 3 | 448 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 | ||
| 4 | 928 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.7 | ||
| 5 | 527 students · 3rd–5th | 5.1 | ||
| 6 | 663 students · Pre-K–2nd | 4.3 | ||
| 7 | 663 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.0 | ||
| 8 | 938 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.8 | ||
| 9 | 576 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.5 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Crowfield Academy
Private
6 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 400 students · 6th–8th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 834 students · 6th–8th | 4.0 |
| 3 | 948 students · 6th–8th | 2.5 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,710 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 |
| 2 | 2,002 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 |
Schools in Goose Creek
Goose Creek, South Carolina · 15 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$99,100
Median Home Value
$377,750
Median Rent
$1,465/mo
Population
85,319
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Community Profile
Goose Creek has a median household income of $99,100. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $377,750, with a median rent of $1,465/month. The local poverty rate of 8.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Carolina
- Elementary
- 10
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Goose Creek, South Carolina
How many schools are in Goose Creek, South Carolina?
Goose Creek has 15 schools, including 14 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Goose Creek, South Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Goose Creek is 5.3 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 Goose Creek, South Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Goose Creek on MySchoolScout is Mevers School of Excellence with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Goose Creek, South Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Goose Creek on MySchoolScout is Mevers School of Excellence with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Goose Creek, South Carolina?
The top-ranked middle school in Goose Creek on MySchoolScout is Marrington Middle School of the Arts with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best high school in Goose Creek, South Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Goose Creek on MySchoolScout is Stratford High with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve Goose Creek, South Carolina?
Goose Creek is served by 2 school districts: Berkeley 01, Charter Institute at Erskine.
What is the education level in Goose Creek, South Carolina?
According to Census data, 41% of adults in Goose Creek have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Goose Creek, South Carolina?
The median household income in Goose Creek is approximately $99,100 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Goose Creek, South Carolina?
Yes, Goose Creek has 1 private school alongside 14 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Goose Creek, South Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Goose Creek is 15.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Goose Creek, 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.