Abbeville County Schools & Education
Abbeville County, South Carolina
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
36/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
86.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
86.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 84.2%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,228
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,165
School Score
36/100
Higher = better
State avg 33/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#21
of 46 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Abbeville County
School Verdict
Abbeville County faces educational challenges with a school score of 36/100 and a graduation rate of 86.0%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $7,228 per pupil, Abbeville County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Abbeville County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 10% above the South Carolina average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 1.8 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 1% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Abbeville County, South Carolina
A Small-Scale Education Network
Abbeville County operates a compact system of 10 public schools serving 3,027 students. The infrastructure includes five elementary schools, one middle school, and four high schools distributed across two districts.
Strong Graduation Rates with Efficient Spending
The county achieves an 86.0% graduation rate, which exceeds the South Carolina average of 84.2%. While the $7,228 per-pupil expenditure is significantly lower than the national average, the 51.9 school score remains above the state median.
Abbeville 60 Leads Local Education
Abbeville 60 is the primary local district, managing nine schools and 2,864 students. One charter school, representing 10% of the county's total schools, offers alternative educational pathways for local families.
A Mostly Rural Learning Environment
Eight of the county's schools sit in rural locales, creating an average school size of 336 students. Dixie High is the largest campus with 507 students, while several primary schools maintain smaller, intimate settings.
Finding Your Home in Abbeville Schools
Families seeking a close-knit, rural school environment will find Abbeville County highly appealing. Explore local real estate to settle near top-performing schools like Dixie High or Cherokee Trail Elementary.
School Overview
Total Schools
10
in Abbeville County
Total Enrollment
3,027
students
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
1
10% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
2 School Districts in Abbeville County
Charter Institute at Erskine
Abbeville 60
10 Public Schools in Abbeville County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dixie High | Abbeville 60 | 8–12 | High | 507 |
| Abbeville High | Abbeville 60 | 9–12 | High | 473 |
| Cherokee Trail Elementary | Abbeville 60 | PK–7 | Primary | 435 |
| Wright Middle | Abbeville 60 | 6–8 | Middle | 346 |
| Long Cane Primary | Abbeville 60 | PK–2 | Primary | 335 |
| Diamond Hill Elementary | Abbeville 60 | PK–7 | Primary | 317 |
| Westwood Elementary | Abbeville 60 | 3–5 | Primary | 302 |
| Calhoun Falls Charter School | Charter Institute at Erskine | 6–12 | Charter | 163 |
| John C. Calhoun Elementary | Abbeville 60 | PK–5 | Primary | 149 |
| Abbeville County Career Center | Abbeville 60 | 10–12 | Vocational | 0 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,228
State avg $7,165
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Abbeville County, South Carolina — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Abbeville County, South Carolina?
Abbeville County operates a compact system of 10 public schools serving 3,027 students. The infrastructure includes five elementary schools, one middle school, and four high schools distributed across two districts.
How do schools in Abbeville County perform academically?
The county achieves an 86.0% graduation rate, which exceeds the South Carolina average of 84.2%. While the $7,228 per-pupil expenditure is significantly lower than the national average, the 51.9 school score remains above the state median.
What are the major school districts in Abbeville County, South Carolina?
Abbeville 60 is the primary local district, managing nine schools and 2,864 students. One charter school, representing 10% of the county's total schools, offers alternative educational pathways for local families.
What is the school experience like in Abbeville County?
Eight of the county's schools sit in rural locales, creating an average school size of 336 students. Dixie High is the largest campus with 507 students, while several primary schools maintain smaller, intimate settings.
How can I find homes near good schools in Abbeville County, South Carolina?
Families seeking a close-knit, rural school environment will find Abbeville County highly appealing. Explore local real estate to settle near top-performing schools like Dixie High or Cherokee Trail Elementary.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.