Best Schools in Mccormick, South Carolina
4 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Mccormick by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Mccormick Middle
Middle · Mccormick 01. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Sc Governor's School for Agriculture at John De La Howe
High · Sc Governor's School for Agriculture at John De La Howe Scho. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Mccormick High
High · Mccormick 01. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Mccormick for 2026 are Mccormick Middle (8.1/10), Sc Governor's School for Agriculture at John De La Howe (8.1/10), and Mccormick High (6.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$195,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$195,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Mccormick
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 rated schools; 4 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mccormick Middle | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Sc Governor's School for Agriculture at John De La Howe | 8.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Mccormick High | 6.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Mccormick Elementary | 4.8 / 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
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $54,478
- Median home value
- $195,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Mccormick compares
South Carolina rank
#21 of 133
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above South Carolina avg (6.3)
Median household income
$54k
87% of South Carolina median
Schools in this city
4
Mccormick 01 runs 75% of Mccormick's public schools
Mccormick touches 2 districts, but Mccormick 01 is the one most addresses actually attend.
Mccormick 01 accounts for 3 of 4 public schools (75%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 4 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.8 to 8.1 — the spread is inside Mccormick, not a citywide average.
- Mccormick 013 public · 75%
- Sc Governor's School For Agriculture At John De La Howe Scho1 public · 25%
About Schools in Mccormick, South Carolina
Mccormick, South Carolina is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Mccormick 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 Mccormick is Mccormick Middle with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Mccormick is served by 2 school districts: McCormick 01, SC Governor's School for Agriculture at John de la Howe Scho. These districts collectively serve 622 students.
Mccormick's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $54,478. 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 | 224 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 125 students · 6th–8th | 8.1 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 69 students · 10th–12th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 204 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
Schools in Mccormick
Mccormick, South Carolina · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$54,478
Median Home Value
$195,300
Median Rent
$589/mo
Population
6,325
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Community Profile
Mccormick has a median household income of $54,478. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $195,300, with a median rent of $589/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.9%. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Carolina
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
Resources
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Mccormick, South Carolina
How many schools are in Mccormick, South Carolina?
Mccormick has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mccormick, South Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mccormick is 6.9 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 Mccormick, South Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Mccormick on MySchoolScout is Mccormick Middle with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mccormick, South Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mccormick on MySchoolScout is Mccormick Elementary with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Mccormick, South Carolina?
The top-ranked middle school in Mccormick on MySchoolScout is Mccormick Middle with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best high school in Mccormick, South Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Mccormick on MySchoolScout is Sc Governor's School for Agriculture at John De La Howe with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Mccormick, South Carolina?
Mccormick is served by 2 school districts: Mccormick 01, Sc Governor's School for Agriculture at John De La Howe Scho.
What is the education level in Mccormick, South Carolina?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Mccormick have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mccormick, South Carolina?
The median household income in Mccormick is approximately $54,478 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mccormick, South Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mccormick is 10.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mccormick, 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.