For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 439 students in Cope, SC.
The top-ranked public school in Cope, SC is Carver Edisto Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cope, SC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Cope have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Cope, SC (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carver Edisto Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2018 Carver School Road
Cope, SC 29038
(803) 534-3554
Cope, SC 29038
(803) 534-3554
Gr: 6-8 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: n/an/a
Cope Area Career Center
Vocational School
6052 Slab Landing Road
Cope, SC 29038
(803) 534-7661
Cope, SC 29038
(803) 534-7661
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Cope, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in Cope, SC include Carver Edisto Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Cope?
2 public schools are located in Cope.
What is the racial composition of students in Cope?
Cope public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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