Best Schools in St. Matthews, South Carolina
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in St. Matthews by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Calhoun County High
High · Calhoun 01. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
St. Matthews K-8 School
Elementary · Calhoun 01. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$151,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$151,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in St. Matthews
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Calhoun County High | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | St. Matthews K-8 School | 4.1 / 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
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $54,081
- Median home value
- $151,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How St. Matthews compares
Median household income
$54k
87% of South Carolina median
About Schools in St. Matthews, South Carolina
St. Matthews, South Carolina is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in St. Matthews 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 St. Matthews is Calhoun County High with a composite score of 9.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
St. Matthews is served by 1 school district: Calhoun 01. These districts collectively serve 1,522 students.
St. Matthews's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $54,081. The poverty rate in the area is 17.3%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 547 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 418 students · 9th–12th | 9.1 |
Schools in St. Matthews
St. Matthews, South Carolina · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$54,081
Median Home Value
$151,200
Median Rent
$1,011/mo
Population
7,940
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Community Profile
St. Matthews has a median household income of $54,081. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $151,200, with a median rent of $1,011/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.3%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Carolina
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in St. Matthews, South Carolina
How many schools are in St. Matthews, South Carolina?
St. Matthews has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in St. Matthews, South Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in St. Matthews is 6.6 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 St. Matthews, South Carolina?
The top-ranked school in St. Matthews on MySchoolScout is Calhoun County High with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in St. Matthews, South Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in St. Matthews on MySchoolScout is St. Matthews K-8 School with a composite score of 4.1/10.
What is the best high school in St. Matthews, South Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in St. Matthews on MySchoolScout is Calhoun County High with a composite score of 9.1/10.
How many school districts serve St. Matthews, South Carolina?
St. Matthews is served by 1 school district: Calhoun 01.
What is the education level in St. Matthews, South Carolina?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in St. Matthews have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in St. Matthews, South Carolina?
The median household income in St. Matthews is approximately $54,081 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in St. Matthews, South Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in St. Matthews is 13.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in St. Matthews, 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.