Best Schools in St. Stephen, South Carolina
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in St. Stephen by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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St. Stephen Middle
Middle · Berkeley 01. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
St. Stephen Elementary
Elementary · Berkeley 01. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Timberland High
High · Berkeley 01. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in St. Stephen for 2026 are St. Stephen Middle (5.6/10), St. Stephen Elementary (5.5/10), and Timberland High (5.2/10), 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
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$104,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$104,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in St. Stephen
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | St. Stephen Middle | 5.6 / 10 |
| 2 | St. Stephen Elementary | 5.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Timberland High | 5.2 / 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
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $48,245
- Median home value
- $104,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 13%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How St. Stephen compares
South Carolina rank
#115 of 133
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.9
below South Carolina avg (6.3)
Median household income
$48k
77% of South Carolina median
Schools in this city
3
Berkeley 01 runs St. Stephen's public schools
3 public schools. Berkeley 01 is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in St. Stephen is a Berkeley 01 school (3 of 3).
Among 3 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.2 to 5.6 — the spread is inside St. Stephen, not a citywide average.
About Schools in St. Stephen, South Carolina
St. Stephen, 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 5.4 out of 10, schools in St. Stephen 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 St. Stephen is St. Stephen Middle with a composite score of 5.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
St. Stephen is served by 1 school district: Berkeley 01. These districts collectively serve 39,265 students.
St. Stephen's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $48,245. The poverty rate in the area is 26.3%.
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 | 326 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.5 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 182 students · 6th–8th | 5.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 724 students · 9th–12th | 5.2 |
Schools in St. Stephen
St. Stephen, South Carolina · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$48,245
Median Home Value
$104,900
Median Rent
$878/mo
Population
6,287
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
26.3%
Community Profile
St. Stephen has a median household income of $48,245. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $104,900, with a median rent of $878/month. The area has a poverty rate of 26.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Carolina
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in St. Stephen, South Carolina
How many schools are in St. Stephen, South Carolina?
St. Stephen has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in St. Stephen, South Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in St. Stephen is 5.4 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 St. Stephen, South Carolina?
The top-ranked school in St. Stephen on MySchoolScout is St. Stephen Middle with a composite score of 5.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in St. Stephen, South Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in St. Stephen on MySchoolScout is St. Stephen Elementary with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best middle school in St. Stephen, South Carolina?
The top-ranked middle school in St. Stephen on MySchoolScout is St. Stephen Middle with a composite score of 5.6/10.
What is the best high school in St. Stephen, South Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in St. Stephen on MySchoolScout is Timberland High with a composite score of 5.2/10.
How many school districts serve St. Stephen, South Carolina?
St. Stephen is served by 1 school district: Berkeley 01.
What is the education level in St. Stephen, South Carolina?
According to Census data, 13% of adults in St. Stephen have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in St. Stephen, South Carolina?
The median household income in St. Stephen is approximately $48,245 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in St. Stephen, South Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in St. Stephen is 12.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in St. Stephen, 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.