Best Schools in Travelers Rest, South Carolina
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Travelers Rest by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Heritage Elementary
Elementary · Greenville 01. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Gateway Elementary
Elementary · Greenville 01. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Travelers Rest High
High · Greenville 01. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Travelers Rest for 2026 are Heritage Elementary (7.5/10), Gateway Elementary (7.3/10), and Travelers Rest High (7.2/10), 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
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$267,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$267,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Travelers Rest
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Heritage Elementary | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Gateway Elementary | 7.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Travelers Rest High | 7.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Northwest Middle | 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
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $66,544
- Median home value
- $267,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 31%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
75% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Travelers Rest compares
South Carolina rank
#40 of 129
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above South Carolina avg (6.2)
Median household income
$67k
107% of South Carolina median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Travelers Rest, South Carolina
Travelers Rest, South Carolina is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Travelers Rest 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 Travelers Rest is Heritage Elementary with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Travelers Rest is served by 1 school district: Greenville 01. These districts collectively serve 78,371 students.
Travelers Rest's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,544. The poverty rate in the area is 12.4%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 541 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.5 |
| 2 | 648 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 822 students · 6th–8th | 4.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,303 students · 9th–12th | 7.2 |
Schools in Travelers Rest
Travelers Rest, South Carolina · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$66,544
Median Home Value
$267,400
Median Rent
$964/mo
Population
25,747
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Community Profile
Travelers Rest has a median household income of $66,544. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $267,400, with a median rent of $964/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.4%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Carolina
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Travelers Rest, South Carolina
How many schools are in Travelers Rest, South Carolina?
Travelers Rest has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Travelers Rest, South Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Travelers Rest is 6.5 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 Travelers Rest, South Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Travelers Rest on MySchoolScout is Heritage Elementary with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Travelers Rest, South Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Travelers Rest on MySchoolScout is Heritage Elementary with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Travelers Rest, South Carolina?
The top-ranked middle school in Travelers Rest on MySchoolScout is Northwest Middle with a composite score of 4.1/10.
What is the best high school in Travelers Rest, South Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Travelers Rest on MySchoolScout is Travelers Rest High with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Travelers Rest, South Carolina?
Travelers Rest is served by 1 school district: Greenville 01.
What is the education level in Travelers Rest, South Carolina?
According to Census data, 31% of adults in Travelers Rest have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Travelers Rest, South Carolina?
The median household income in Travelers Rest is approximately $66,544 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Travelers Rest, South Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Travelers Rest is 16.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Travelers Rest, 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.