Best Schools in Laurens, South Carolina
6 schools · 3 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Laurens by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Laurens District 55 High
High · Laurens 55. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Laurens Elementary
Elementary · Laurens 55. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Sanders Middle
Middle · Laurens 55. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Laurens for 2026 are Laurens District 55 High (6.9/10), Laurens Elementary (5.3/10), and Sanders Middle (3.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 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
6
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$151,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$151,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Laurens
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Laurens District 55 High | 6.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Laurens Elementary | 5.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Sanders Middle | 3.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Laurens Middle | 3.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Ford Elementary | 3.7 / 10 |
| 6 | E. B. Morse Elementary | 3.5 / 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
- 4.5/10
- Median household income
- $55,846
- Median home value
- $151,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Laurens compares
South Carolina rank
#126 of 129
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.7
below South Carolina avg (6.2)
Median household income
$56k
89% of South Carolina median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Laurens, South Carolina
Laurens, South Carolina is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.5 out of 10, schools in Laurens 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 Laurens is Laurens District 55 High with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Laurens is served by 1 school district: Laurens 55. These districts collectively serve 5,206 students.
Laurens's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $55,846. The poverty rate in the area is 16.3%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 499 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.3 |
| 2 | 418 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.7 |
| 3 | 432 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.5 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 289 students · 6th–8th | 3.8 |
| 2 | 395 students · 6th–8th | 3.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,540 students · 9th–12th | 6.9 |
Schools in Laurens
Laurens, South Carolina · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$55,846
Median Home Value
$151,500
Median Rent
$808/mo
Population
22,066
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Community Profile
Laurens has a median household income of $55,846. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $151,500, with a median rent of $808/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.3%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Carolina
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Laurens, South Carolina
How many schools are in Laurens, South Carolina?
Laurens has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Laurens, South Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Laurens is 4.5 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 Laurens, South Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Laurens on MySchoolScout is Laurens District 55 High with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Laurens, South Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Laurens on MySchoolScout is Laurens Elementary with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Laurens, South Carolina?
The top-ranked middle school in Laurens on MySchoolScout is Sanders Middle with a composite score of 3.8/10.
What is the best high school in Laurens, South Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Laurens on MySchoolScout is Laurens District 55 High with a composite score of 6.9/10.
How many school districts serve Laurens, South Carolina?
Laurens is served by 1 school district: Laurens 55.
What is the education level in Laurens, South Carolina?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Laurens have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Laurens, South Carolina?
The median household income in Laurens is approximately $55,846 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Laurens, South Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Laurens 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 Laurens, 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.