Best Schools in Waterloo, South Carolina
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Waterloo Elementary
Elementary · Laurens 55. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.4
out of 10
Median Home
$148,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.4
out of 10
Median Home
$148,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Waterloo
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waterloo Elementary | 3.4 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 3.4/10
- Median household income
- $50,587
- Median home value
- $148,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 28 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 Waterloo compares
Median household income
$51k
81% of South Carolina median
About Schools in Waterloo, South Carolina
Waterloo, South Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 3.4 out of 10, schools in Waterloo face significant challenges 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 Waterloo is Waterloo Elementary with a composite score of 3.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Waterloo is served by 1 school district: Laurens 55. These districts collectively serve 5,206 students.
Waterloo's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $50,587. The poverty rate in the area is 22.8%.
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 | 257 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.4 |
Schools in Waterloo
Waterloo, South Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$50,587
Median Home Value
$148,600
Median Rent
$641/mo
Population
3,440
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
22.8%
Community Profile
Waterloo has a median household income of $50,587. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $148,600, with a median rent of $641/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- South Carolina
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Waterloo, South Carolina
How many schools are in Waterloo, South Carolina?
Waterloo has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Waterloo, South Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Waterloo is 3.4 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 Waterloo, South Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Waterloo on MySchoolScout is Waterloo Elementary with a composite score of 3.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Waterloo, South Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Waterloo on MySchoolScout is Waterloo Elementary with a composite score of 3.4/10.
How many school districts serve Waterloo, South Carolina?
Waterloo is served by 1 school district: Laurens 55.
What is the education level in Waterloo, South Carolina?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Waterloo have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Waterloo, South Carolina?
The median household income in Waterloo is approximately $50,587 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Waterloo, South Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Waterloo is 9.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Waterloo, 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.