Best Schools in Ruffin, South Carolina
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Bells Elementary
Elementary · Colleton 01. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.4
out of 10
Median Home
$79,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.4
out of 10
Median Home
$79,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ruffin
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bells Elementary | 3.4 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 3.4/10
- Median household income
- $42,357
- Median home value
- $79,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Ruffin compares
Median household income
$42k
68% of South Carolina median
About Schools in Ruffin, South Carolina
Ruffin, South Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 3.4 out of 10, schools in Ruffin face significant challenges 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 Ruffin is Bells Elementary with a composite score of 3.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ruffin is served by 1 school district: Colleton 01. These districts collectively serve 4,777 students.
Ruffin's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $42,357. The poverty rate in the area is 16.5%.
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 | 278 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.4 |
Schools in Ruffin
Ruffin, South Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$42,357
Median Home Value
$79,500
Median Rent
$927/mo
Population
2,676
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
84%
Poverty Rate
16.5%
Community Profile
Ruffin has a median household income of $42,357. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $79,500, with a median rent of $927/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.5%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- South Carolina
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Ruffin, South Carolina
How many schools are in Ruffin, South Carolina?
Ruffin has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ruffin, South Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ruffin is 3.4 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 Ruffin, South Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Ruffin on MySchoolScout is Bells Elementary with a composite score of 3.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ruffin, South Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ruffin on MySchoolScout is Bells Elementary with a composite score of 3.4/10.
How many school districts serve Ruffin, South Carolina?
Ruffin is served by 1 school district: Colleton 01.
What is the education level in Ruffin, South Carolina?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Ruffin have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ruffin, South Carolina?
The median household income in Ruffin is approximately $42,357 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ruffin, South Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ruffin is 14.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ruffin, 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.