For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,072 students in Effingham, SC.
The top ranked public schools in Effingham, SC are Dewey-carter Elementary School and Savannah Grove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Effingham, SC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Effingham have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Effingham, SC (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dewey-carter Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4937 South Irby Street
Effingham, SC 29541
(843) 664-8479
Effingham, SC 29541
(843) 664-8479
Grades: PK-6
| 650 students
Rank: #22.
Savannah Grove Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2348 Savannah Grove Road
Effingham, SC 29541
(843) 664-8463
Effingham, SC 29541
(843) 664-8463
Grades: K-5
| 422 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Effingham, SC?
The top ranked public schools in Effingham, SC include Dewey-carter Elementary School and Savannah Grove Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Effingham, SC?
2 public schools are located in Effingham, SC.
What is the racial composition of students in Effingham, SC?
Effingham, SC public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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