Best Schools in New Zion, South Carolina
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Walker-Gamble Elementary
Elementary · Clarendon 06. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$117,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$117,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in New Zion
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 rated schools; 1 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Walker-Gamble Elementary | 5.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $78,656
- Median home value
- $117,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How New Zion compares
Median household income
$79k
126% of South Carolina median
Clarendon 06 runs New Zion's public schools
1 public school. Clarendon 06 is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in New Zion is a Clarendon 06 school (1 of 1).
About Schools in New Zion, South Carolina
New Zion, South Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in New Zion 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 New Zion is Walker-Gamble Elementary with a composite score of 5.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
New Zion is served by 1 school district: Clarendon 06. These districts collectively serve 4,244 students.
New Zion's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $78,656. The poverty rate in the area is 9.2%.
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 | 540 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.8 |
Schools in New Zion
New Zion, South Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$78,656
Median Home Value
$117,900
Median Rent
$799/mo
Population
1,551
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Community Profile
New Zion has a median household income of $78,656. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $117,900, with a median rent of $799/month. The local poverty rate of 9.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- South Carolina
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in New Zion, South Carolina
How many schools are in New Zion, South Carolina?
New Zion has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in New Zion, South Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in New Zion is 5.8 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 New Zion, South Carolina?
The top-ranked school in New Zion on MySchoolScout is Walker-Gamble Elementary with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in New Zion, South Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in New Zion on MySchoolScout is Walker-Gamble Elementary with a composite score of 5.8/10.
How many school districts serve New Zion, South Carolina?
New Zion is served by 1 school district: Clarendon 06.
What is the education level in New Zion, South Carolina?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in New Zion have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in New Zion, South Carolina?
The median household income in New Zion is approximately $78,656 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in New Zion, South Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in New Zion is 15.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in New Zion, 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.