For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 451 students in Clinton, SC.
The top ranked public charter schools in Clinton, SC are Thornwell Charter School and Summit Classical School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clinton, SC public charter schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the South Carolina public charter school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 58% statewide average). Charter schools in Clinton have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public charter school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Charter Schools in Clinton, SC (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Thornwell Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
203 West Calhoun Street
Clinton, SC 29325
(864) 808-0801
Clinton, SC 29325
(864) 808-0801
Grades: K-11
| 371 students
Rank: #22.
Summit Classical School
Charter School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 East Florida Street
Clinton, SC 29325
(864) 200-0535
Clinton, SC 29325
(864) 200-0535
Grades: K-7
| 80 students
Clinton, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
301 North Bell Street
Clinton, SC 29325
(864) 833-0831
Clinton, SC 29325
(864) 833-0831
Grades: 6
| 221 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in Clinton, SC?
The top ranked public charter schools in Clinton, SC include Thornwell Charter School and Summit Classical School.
How many public charter schools are located in Clinton?
2 public charter schools are located in Clinton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clinton?
Clinton public charter schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public charter schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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