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Best Schools in Richburg, South Carolina

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.1/10
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Use this page to compare every school in Richburg by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Lewisville High

8.2/10

High · Chester 01. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Lewisville Elementary

7.7/10

Elementary · Chester 01. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Lewisville Middle

5.3/10

Middle · Chester 01. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Richburg for 2026 are Lewisville High (8.2/10), Lewisville Elementary (7.7/10), and Lewisville Middle (5.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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

3

in this city

Avg Score

7.1

out of 10

Median Home

$94,200

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Richburg

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Lewisville High 8.2 / 10
2 Lewisville Elementary 7.7 / 10
3 Lewisville Middle 5.3 / 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
7.1/10

67% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$49,306

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$94,200

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
12%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
28 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
85%

Of occupied housing units

How Richburg compares

South Carolina rank

#15 of 129

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.9

above South Carolina avg (6.2)

Median household income

$49k

79% of South Carolina median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Richburg, South Carolina

Richburg, South Carolina is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Richburg perform strongly 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 Richburg is Lewisville High with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Richburg is served by 1 school district: Chester 01. These districts collectively serve 4,590 students.

Richburg's community shows 12% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $49,306. The poverty rate in the area is 18.3%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 29729 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 507 students · Pre-K–4th 7.7

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 378 students · 5th–8th 5.3

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 428 students · 9th–12th 8.2

Schools in Richburg

Richburg, South Carolina · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$49,306

Median Home Value

$94,200

Median Rent

$1,091/mo

Population

2,313

College Educated

12%

Homeownership

85%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

18.3%

Community Profile

Richburg has a median household income of $49,306. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $94,200, with a median rent of $1,091/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.3%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Richburg, South Carolina

How many schools are in Richburg, South Carolina?

Richburg has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Richburg, South Carolina?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Richburg is 7.1 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 Richburg, South Carolina?

The top-ranked school in Richburg on MySchoolScout is Lewisville High with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Richburg, South Carolina?

The top-ranked elementary school in Richburg on MySchoolScout is Lewisville Elementary with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best middle school in Richburg, South Carolina?

The top-ranked middle school in Richburg on MySchoolScout is Lewisville Middle with a composite score of 5.3/10.

What is the best high school in Richburg, South Carolina?

The top-ranked high school in Richburg on MySchoolScout is Lewisville High with a composite score of 8.2/10.

How many school districts serve Richburg, South Carolina?

Richburg is served by 1 school district: Chester 01.

What is the education level in Richburg, South Carolina?

According to Census data, 12% of adults in Richburg have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Richburg, South Carolina?

The median household income in Richburg is approximately $49,306 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Richburg, South Carolina?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Richburg is 14.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Richburg, 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.