For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 597 students in Saint George, SC (there are , serving 374 private students). 61% of all K-12 students in Saint George, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public school in Saint George, SC is William Memorial Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Saint George, SC public school have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Saint George have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 51±¬ÁÏs in Saint George, SC (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
William Memorial Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
290 South Metts Street
Saint George, SC 29477
(843) 563-3231
Saint George, SC 29477
(843) 563-3231
Grades: PK-5
| 597 students
Saint George, South Carolina 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
600 Minus Street
Saint George, SC 29477
(843) 563-3171
Saint George, SC 29477
(843) 563-3171
Grades: 6-8
| 292 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Saint George, SC?
The top ranked public schools in Saint George, SC include William Memorial Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Saint George?
1 public schools are located in Saint George.
What percentage of students in Saint George go to public school?
61% of all K-12 students in Saint George are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Saint George?
Saint George public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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