For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 556 students in Branchville, SC.
The top-ranked public schools in Branchville, SC are Lockett Elementary School and Branchville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Branchville, SC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Branchville have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Branchville, SC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lockett Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1349 Dorange Road
Branchville, SC 29432
(803) 274-8588
Branchville, SC 29432
(803) 274-8588
Gr: PK-5 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Branchville High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1349 Dorange Road
Branchville, SC 29432
(803) 274-8875
Branchville, SC 29432
(803) 274-8875
Gr: 6-12 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Branchville, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in Branchville, SC include Lockett Elementary School and Branchville High School.
How many public schools are located in Branchville?
2 public schools are located in Branchville.
What is the racial composition of students in Branchville?
Branchville public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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