Best Schools in Swansea, South Carolina
6 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Swansea by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Swansea High Freshman Academy
Other · Lexington 04. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Swansea High
High · Lexington 04. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Sandy Run School
Elementary · Calhoun 01. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Swansea for 2026 are Swansea High Freshman Academy (5.8/10), Swansea High (5.7/10), and Sandy Run School (5.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
6
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$135,150
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$135,150
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Swansea
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Swansea High Freshman Academy | 5.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Swansea High | 5.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Sandy Run School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Sandhills Elementary | 3.5 / 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
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $61,726
- Median home value
- $135,150
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Avg commute
- 32 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 91%
17% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Swansea compares
South Carolina rank
#89 of 129
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below South Carolina avg (6.2)
Median household income
$62k
99% of South Carolina median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Swansea, South Carolina
Swansea, South Carolina is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Swansea 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 Swansea is Sandhills Primary with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Swansea is served by 2 school districts: Calhoun 01, Lexington 04. These districts collectively serve 4,997 students.
Swansea's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,726. The poverty rate in the area is 14.6%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 510 students · 1st–2nd | 7.8 |
| 2 | 533 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 6.3 |
| 3 | 557 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.3 |
| 4 | 474 students · 3rd–4th | 3.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 694 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 237 students · 9th–9th | 5.8 |
Schools in Swansea
Swansea, South Carolina · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$61,726
Median Home Value
$135,150
Median Rent
$966/mo
Population
8,383
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
91%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Community Profile
Swansea has a median household income of $61,726. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $135,150, with a median rent of $966/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.6%. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Carolina
- Elementary
- 4
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
School Districts (2)
Nearby Cities
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Top metros statewide by school count.
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Common questions about schools in Swansea, South Carolina
How many schools are in Swansea, South Carolina?
Swansea has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Swansea, South Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Swansea is 5.7 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 Swansea, South Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Swansea on MySchoolScout is Swansea High Freshman Academy with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Swansea, South Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Swansea on MySchoolScout is Sandy Run School with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best high school in Swansea, South Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Swansea on MySchoolScout is Swansea High with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve Swansea, South Carolina?
Swansea is served by 2 school districts: Calhoun 01, Lexington 04.
What is the education level in Swansea, South Carolina?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Swansea have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Swansea, South Carolina?
The median household income in Swansea is approximately $61,726 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Swansea, South Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Swansea is 14.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Swansea, 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.