For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,002 students in Effingham, SC (there are , serving 102 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in Effingham, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Effingham, SC are Savannah Grove Elementary School and Dewey-carter Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Effingham, SC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Effingham have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Effingham, SC (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Savannah Grove Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2348 Savannah Grove Road
Effingham, SC 29541
(843) 664-8463
Effingham, SC 29541
(843) 664-8463
Grades: K-5
| 378 students
Rank: #22.
Dewey-carter Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4937 South Irby Street
Effingham, SC 29541
(843) 664-8479
Effingham, SC 29541
(843) 664-8479
Grades: PK-5
| 624 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Effingham, SC?
The top ranked public schools in Effingham, SC include Savannah Grove Elementary School and Dewey-carter Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Effingham?
2 public schools are located in Effingham.
What percentage of students in Effingham go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in Effingham are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Effingham?
Effingham public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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