Best Schools in N. Charleston, South Carolina
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in N. Charleston by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Lowcountry Acceleration Academy
High · Sc Public Charter School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Learn4life High School-charleston
High · Sc Public Charter School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.4
out of 10
Median Home
$209,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.4
out of 10
Median Home
$209,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in N. Charleston
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lowcountry Acceleration Academy | 3.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Learn4life High School-charleston | 2.4 / 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
- 4.4/10
- Median household income
- $50,640
- Median home value
- $209,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 42%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How N. Charleston compares
South Carolina rank
#128 of 129
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.7
below South Carolina avg (6.2)
Median household income
$51k
81% of South Carolina median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in N. Charleston, South Carolina
N. Charleston, South Carolina is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 4.4 out of 10, schools in N. Charleston 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 N. Charleston is Green Charter School Lowcountry with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
N. Charleston is served by 1 school district: SC Public Charter School District. These districts collectively serve 18,404 students.
N. Charleston's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $50,640. The poverty rate in the area is 25.0%.
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 | 274 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.7 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 462 students · 9th–12th | 3.2 |
| 2 | 134 students · 9th–12th | 2.4 |
Schools in N. Charleston
N. Charleston, South Carolina · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$50,640
Median Home Value
$209,700
Median Rent
$1,305/mo
Population
32,482
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
42%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
25.0%
Community Profile
N. Charleston has a median household income of $50,640. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $209,700, with a median rent of $1,305/month. The area has a poverty rate of 25.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Carolina
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 2
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Common questions about schools in N. Charleston, South Carolina
How many schools are in N. Charleston, South Carolina?
N. Charleston has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in N. Charleston, South Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in N. Charleston is 4.4 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 N. Charleston, South Carolina?
The top-ranked school in N. Charleston on MySchoolScout is Lowcountry Acceleration Academy with a composite score of 3.2/10.
What is the best high school in N. Charleston, South Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in N. Charleston on MySchoolScout is Lowcountry Acceleration Academy with a composite score of 3.2/10.
How many school districts serve N. Charleston, South Carolina?
N. Charleston is served by 1 school district: Sc Public Charter School District.
What is the education level in N. Charleston, South Carolina?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in N. Charleston have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in N. Charleston, South Carolina?
The median household income in N. Charleston is approximately $50,640 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in N. Charleston, South Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in N. Charleston is 32.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in N. Charleston, 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.