For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 293 students in Joanna, SC.
The top-ranked public school in Joanna, SC is Joanna-woodson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Joanna, SC public school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Joanna have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Joanna, SC (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Joanna-woodson Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
510 South Ellis Street
Joanna, SC 29351
(864) 697-6480
Joanna, SC 29351
(864) 697-6480
Gr: K-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Joanna, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in Joanna, SC include Joanna-woodson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Joanna?
1 public schools are located in Joanna.
What is the racial composition of students in Joanna?
Joanna public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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