For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 766 students in Clemson, SC (there are 2 private schools, serving 143 private students). 86% 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 74% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), 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 5% 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 Public Schools in Clemson, SC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clemson Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
581 Berkeley Drive
Clemson, SC 29631
(864) 397-1500
Clemson, SC 29631
(864) 397-1500
Gr: PK-5 | 766 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
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?
86% 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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