For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 766 students in Clemson, SC (there are , serving 148 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in Clemson, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public school in Clemson, SC is Clemson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clemson, SC public school have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Clemson have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best Schools in Clemson, SC (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clemson Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
581 Berkeley Drive
Clemson, SC 29631
(864) 397-1500
Clemson, SC 29631
(864) 397-1500
Grades: PK-5
| 766 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Clemson, SC?
The top ranked public schools in Clemson, SC include Clemson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Clemson?
1 public schools are located in Clemson.
What percentage of students in Clemson go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in Clemson are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Clemson?
Clemson public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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