Best Schools in Greenville, South Carolina
80 schools · 45 Elementary · 13 Middle · 11 High · 11 Other
Choosing a school in Greenville?
Use this page to compare every school in Greenville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Greenville Technical Charter High School
High · Sc Public Charter School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Sterling School
Elementary · Greenville 01. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities
High · Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Greenville for 2026 are Greenville Technical Charter High School (9.4/10), Sterling School (8.7/10), and Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities (8.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 50 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
80
51 public · 29 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$308,600
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
Schools
80
51 public · 29 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$308,600
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
Rates 8.5/10 despite 100% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.9 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 Greenville schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Greenville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (50 of 80). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Greenville Technical Charter High School | 9.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Sterling School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Sc Governor's School for Arts and Humanities | 8.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Legacy Early College | 8.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Augusta Circle Elementary | 8.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Stone Academy | 8.4 / 10 |
| 7 | Pelham Road Elementary | 8.1 / 10 |
| 8 | Blythe Academy | 7.9 / 10 |
| 9 | U U World of Children | 7.9 / 10 |
| 10 | Camperdown Academy | 7.8 / 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
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $63,788
- Median home value
- $308,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 41%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 54%
40% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Greenville compares
South Carolina rank
#46 of 129
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.3
above South Carolina avg (6.2)
Median household income
$64k
102% of South Carolina median
Schools in this city
67
Education Snapshot
Greenville, South CarolinaGreenville serves 47,222 students across 80 schools split among 5 districts, with the level mix tilted toward the early grades: 45 elementary campuses, 13 middle schools, 11 high schools, and 11 combined or alternative campuses. The 67 schools with MySchoolScout composite ratings average 6.4/10 — above the South Carolina state average of 6.2/10. Seven charter schools expand the choice set beyond traditional district placements. On the economic side, the median household income of $66,668 sits 3% below the South Carolina state median of $68,543, while adults with a bachelor's degree or higher account for 42% of the adult population. The rating advantage over the state average, paired with the near-state-median income base, makes Greenville a reasonable benchmark when comparing school landscapes across similarly sized South Carolina cities. Individual school scores in the list below tell the more granular story.
About Schools in Greenville, South Carolina
Greenville, South Carolina gives parents a public school landscape with real range. The city has 51 ranked public schools, spanning elementary through high school, with options that include traditional district schools, charter schools, and specialized programs. The average school score across Greenville sits at 6.3 out of 10, which tells parents to look carefully — performance varies significantly depending on the school and level.
The stronger end of the spectrum is notable. Forty-one percent of Greenville's ranked schools score 7 or higher out of 10, meaning 21 schools clear that threshold. That's a meaningful share of the city's options. Sterling School leads the city with a score of 8.6, making it the top-ranked public elementary in Greenville. SC Governor's School for Arts and Humanities follows closely at 8.5, offering a specialized high school experience for students pursuing arts and humanities. Meyer Center for Special Children ranks third at 8.3, a strong option for families with children who have specialized learning needs. Greenville Technical Charter High School (8.2) and GREEN Charter School (8.2) round out the top five, with charter programs representing a consistent presence at the top of the city's rankings.
The charter and specialized school presence at the top of Greenville's list is worth noting. Parents open to non-traditional enrollment processes will find some of the city's highest-performing options through that route. SC Governor's School and Greenville Technical Charter High both serve high school students seeking focused academic tracks, which makes high school planning in this city more involved than a typical attendance-zone assignment.
For parents doing side-by-side comparisons, the 6.3 city average is a practical anchor. A school scoring 7 or above is performing in the top 41% of Greenville's ranked public options. A score at or above 8 — reached by five schools here — signals consistently strong performance. Families should cross-reference scores with grade level, enrollment type, and whether a school requires applications or testing for admission, since several of the top performers involve a selective or specialized process.
Elementary Schools
45 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 713 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.7 |
| 2 | 576 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.4 |
| 3 | 547 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.4 |
| 4 | 88 students · Pre-K–2nd | 8.3 |
| 5 | 1,029 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.3 |
| 6 | 760 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.1 |
| 7 | 861 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 |
| 8 | 759 students · 3rd–5th | 7.7 |
| 9 | 515 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.6 |
| 10 | 493 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.5 |
Show all 45 elementary schools in Greenville
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
13 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 470 students · 6th–8th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 797 students · 6th–8th | 7.2 |
| 3 | 750 students · 6th–8th | 6.4 |
| 4 | 765 students · 6th–8th | 6.3 |
| 5 | 988 students · 6th–8th | 6.1 |
| 6 | 670 students · 6th–8th | 6.0 |
| 7 | 992 students · 6th–8th | 5.9 |
| 8 | 815 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 |
| 9 | 666 students · 6th–8th | 4.5 |
| 10 | 753 students · 6th–8th | 3.5 |
Show all 13 middle schools in Greenville
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
High Schools
11 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 526 students · 9th–12th | 9.4 | ||
| 2 | 228 students · 10th–12th | 8.6 | ||
| 3 | 1,037 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 | ||
| 4 | 1,780 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 | ||
| 5 | 1,791 students · 9th–12th | 7.4 | ||
| 6 | 2,062 students · 9th–12th | 7.2 | ||
| 7 | 1,132 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 | ||
| 8 | 983 students · 9th–12th | 6.2 | ||
| 9 | 1,296 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Joseph's Catholic School
Private
633 students · 6th–12th | 6.1 | ||
Show all 11 high schools in Greenville
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Other Schools
11 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,583 students · Pre-K–12th | 8.5 | ||
| 2 | 3,493 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.3 | ||
| 3 | 532 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.1 | ||
| 4 | 118 students · Pre-K–12th | 4.0 | ||
| Private Schools 7 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Tabernacle Christian School
Private
140 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.0 | ||
| 2 | 199 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.7 | ||
| 3 | 398 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.5 | ||
| 4 | Veritas Preparatory School
Private
209 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.3 | ||
| 5 | Christ Church Episcopal School
Private
1,168 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.0 | ||
| 6 | Hampton Park Christian School
Private
483 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.9 | ||
Show all 11 other schools in Greenville
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Schools in Greenville
Greenville, South Carolina · 80 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 8 ZIP codes
Median Income
$63,788
Median Home Value
$308,600
Median Rent
$1,173/mo
Population
228,819
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
54%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Community Profile
Greenville has a median household income of $63,788. 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 $308,600, with a median rent of $1,173/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.6%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Carolina
- Elementary
- 45
- Middle
- 13
- High
- 11
- Other
- 11
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Common questions about schools in Greenville, South Carolina
How many schools are in Greenville, South Carolina?
Greenville has 80 schools, including 51 public and 29 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Greenville, South Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Greenville is 6.5 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 Greenville, South Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Greenville on MySchoolScout is Greenville Technical Charter High School with a composite score of 9.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Greenville, South Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Greenville on MySchoolScout is Sterling School with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Greenville, South Carolina?
The top-ranked middle school in Greenville on MySchoolScout is Camperdown Academy with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best high school in Greenville, South Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Greenville on MySchoolScout is Greenville Technical Charter High School with a composite score of 9.4/10.
How many school districts serve Greenville, South Carolina?
Greenville is served by 5 school districts: Anderson 01, Greenville 01, Sc Public Charter School District, Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities, Charter Institute at Erskine.
What is the education level in Greenville, South Carolina?
According to Census data, 41% of adults in Greenville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Greenville, South Carolina?
The median household income in Greenville is approximately $63,788 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Greenville, South Carolina?
Yes, Greenville has 29 private schools alongside 51 public schools. The top-rated private school is U U World of Children with a score of 7.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Greenville, South Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Greenville is 12.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Greenville, 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.