Anderson County Schools & Education
Anderson County, South Carolina
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
31/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
87.8%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
87.8%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 84.2%
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,401
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,165
School Score
31/100
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
#28
of 46 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Anderson County
School Verdict
Anderson County faces educational challenges with a school score of 31/100 and a graduation rate of 87.8%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $6,401 per pupil, Anderson County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Anderson County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 7% below the South Carolina average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 3.6 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 11% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Anderson County, South Carolina
A Diverse and Expansive System
Anderson County features a large education infrastructure with 55 schools and 33,302 students. The county is uniquely organized into seven different school districts to serve its diverse population.
Academic Excellence on a Lean Budget
The county achieves an 87.8% graduation rate, exceeding both state and national benchmarks. This is accomplished with a lean per-pupil expenditure of $6,401, which is significantly lower than the state average.
Anderson 05 and 01 Lead the Way
Anderson 05 is the largest district with 12,560 students, closely followed by Anderson 01 with 10,839. Three charter schools operate here, representing roughly 5.5% of the county's educational options.
Large Schools in Suburban Settings
With 23 suburban and 21 rural schools, the county offers a mix of environments and an average school size of 628 students. T. L. Hanna High is the largest campus, serving a student body of 1,910.
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School Overview
Total Schools
55
in Anderson County
Total Enrollment
33,302
students
School Districts
7
districts
Charter Schools
3
5% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
7 School Districts in Anderson County
Anderson 05
Anderson 01
Anderson 02
Anderson 04
Anderson 03
Anderson 80
Anderson 81
55 Public Schools in Anderson County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T. L. Hanna High | Anderson 05 | 9–12 | High | 1,910 |
| Westside High | Anderson 05 | 9–12 | High | 1,769 |
| Wren High | Anderson 01 | 9–12 | High | 1,202 |
| Robert Anderson Middle | Anderson 05 | 6–8 | Middle | 1,131 |
| Belton Honea Path High | Anderson 02 | 9–12 | High | 1,097 |
| Palmetto High | Anderson 01 | 9–12 | High | 1,021 |
| Powdersville High | Anderson 01 | 9–12 | High | 999 |
| Wren Middle | Anderson 01 | 6–8 | Middle | 973 |
| Pendleton High | Anderson 04 | 9–12 | High | 880 |
| Concrete Primary | Anderson 01 | PK–2 | Primary | 843 |
| Spearman Elementary | Anderson 01 | PK–5 | Primary | 801 |
| Crescent High | Anderson 03 | 9–12 | High | 796 |
| Palmetto Middle | Anderson 01 | 6–8 | Middle | 774 |
| Powdersville Middle | Anderson 01 | 6–8 | Middle | 756 |
| Powdersville Elementary | Anderson 01 | 3–5 | Primary | 751 |
| Glenview Middle | Anderson 05 | 6–8 | Middle | 733 |
| Midway Elementary | Anderson 05 | PK–5 | Primary | 699 |
| Starr-Iva Middle | Anderson 03 | 6–8 | Middle | 658 |
| Centerville Elementary | Anderson 05 | PK–5 | Primary | 620 |
| Wren Elementary | Anderson 01 | PK–5 | Primary | 616 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$6,401
State avg $7,165
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Anderson County, South Carolina — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Anderson County, South Carolina?
Anderson County features a large education infrastructure with 55 schools and 33,302 students. The county is uniquely organized into seven different school districts to serve its diverse population.
How do schools in Anderson County perform academically?
The county achieves an 87.8% graduation rate, exceeding both state and national benchmarks. This is accomplished with a lean per-pupil expenditure of $6,401, which is significantly lower than the state average.
What are the major school districts in Anderson County, South Carolina?
Anderson 05 is the largest district with 12,560 students, closely followed by Anderson 01 with 10,839. Three charter schools operate here, representing roughly 5.5% of the county's educational options.
What is the school experience like in Anderson County?
With 23 suburban and 21 rural schools, the county offers a mix of environments and an average school size of 628 students. T. L. Hanna High is the largest campus, serving a student body of 1,910.
How can I find homes near good schools in Anderson County, South Carolina?
Anderson County's high graduation rates and diverse school districts make it a top choice for families moving to the Upstate. Explore homes in the Anderson 05 or 01 districts for access to some of the area's largest high schools.
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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.