For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 464 students in North, SC.
The top-ranked public schools in North, SC are North Middle/high and Dover Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
North, SC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in North have an average ranking of 2/10, 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 54% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in North, SC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Middle/high
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
692 Cromer Avenue
North, SC 29112
(803) 247-2541
North, SC 29112
(803) 247-2541
Gr: 6-12 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Dover Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1411 Bedford Avenue
North, SC 29112
(803) 247-2184
North, SC 29112
(803) 247-2184
Gr: PK-5 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in North, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in North, SC include North Middle/high and Dover Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in North?
2 public schools are located in North.
What is the racial composition of students in North?
North public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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