For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 134 students in Gadsden, SC.
The top ranked public school in Gadsden, SC is Gadsden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gadsden, SC public school have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Gadsden have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Gadsden, SC (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gadsden Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1660 South Goodwin Circle
Gadsden, SC 29052
(803) 353-2231
Gadsden, SC 29052
(803) 353-2231
Gr: PK-5 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Gadsden, SC?
The top ranked public schools in Gadsden, SC include Gadsden Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Gadsden?
1 public schools are located in Gadsden.
What is the racial composition of students in Gadsden?
Gadsden public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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