Best Schools in Trenton, South Carolina
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High
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Bettis Preparatory Leadership Academy
Elementary · Sc Public Charter School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Douglas Elementary
Elementary · Edgefield 01. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$179,200
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$179,200
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Trenton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bettis Preparatory Leadership Academy | 6.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Douglas Elementary | 4.1 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $69,219
- Median home value
- $179,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Trenton compares
Median household income
$69k
111% of South Carolina median
About Schools in Trenton, South Carolina
Trenton, South Carolina is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Trenton 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 Trenton is Bettis Preparatory Leadership Academy with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Trenton is served by 3 school districts: Dept Of Correction N04, Edgefield 01, SC Public Charter School District. These districts collectively serve 21,615 students.
Trenton's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,219. The poverty rate in the area is 18.0%.
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Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 128 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.9 |
| 2 | 212 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9 students · 9th–12th | — |
Schools in Trenton
Trenton, South Carolina · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$69,219
Median Home Value
$179,200
Median Rent
$794/mo
Population
4,925
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
18.0%
Community Profile
Trenton has a median household income of $69,219. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $179,200, with a median rent of $794/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.0%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Carolina
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Trenton, South Carolina
How many schools are in Trenton, South Carolina?
Trenton has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Trenton, South Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Trenton is 5.5 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 Trenton, South Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Trenton on MySchoolScout is Bettis Preparatory Leadership Academy with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Trenton, South Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Trenton on MySchoolScout is Bettis Preparatory Leadership Academy with a composite score of 6.9/10.
How many school districts serve Trenton, South Carolina?
Trenton is served by 3 school districts: Dept of Correction N04, Edgefield 01, Sc Public Charter School District.
What is the education level in Trenton, South Carolina?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Trenton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Trenton, South Carolina?
The median household income in Trenton is approximately $69,219 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Trenton, South Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Trenton is 9.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Trenton, 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.