For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,082 students in Winnsboro, SC (there are , serving 241 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Winnsboro, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Winnsboro, SC are Fairfield Magnet For Math And Science, Fairfield Central High School and Kelly Miller Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Winnsboro, SC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Winnsboro have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Winnsboro, SC (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fairfield Magnet For Math And Science
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1647 Us Highway 321 Bypass Nor
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-4810
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-4810
Grades: PK-6
| 205 students
Rank: #22.
Fairfield Central High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
836 Us Highway 321 Bypass Sout
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-1441
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-1441
Grades: 9-12
| 629 students
Rank: #33.
Kelly Miller Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
255 Kelly Miller Road
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-2961
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-2961
Grades: PK-6
| 201 students
Rank: #44.
Midlands Stem Institute
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
112 Crane Street
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 815-1524
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 815-1524
Grades: PK-12
| 247 students
Rank: #55.
Fairfield Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
728 Us Highway 321 Bypass Sout
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-4270
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-4270
Grades: 7-8
| 350 students
Rank: #66.
Fairfield Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
175 Medley Road
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-5594
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-5594
Grades: PK-6
| 450 students
Rank: n/an/a
Fairfield Career And Technology Center
Vocational School
790 Us Highway 321 North
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-5506
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-5506
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Winnsboro, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
560 Fairfield Street
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-4859
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-4859
Grades: PK
| 158 students
112 Crane Street
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(864) 815-1524
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(864) 815-1524
Grades: K-8
| 186 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Winnsboro, SC?
The top ranked public schools in Winnsboro, SC include Fairfield Magnet For Math And Science, Fairfield Central High School and Kelly Miller Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Winnsboro?
7 public schools are located in Winnsboro.
What percentage of students in Winnsboro go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Winnsboro are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Winnsboro?
Winnsboro public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Winnsboro are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Winnsboro include: Fairfield Elementary School vs. Fairfield Magnet For Math And Science, Fairfield Magnet For Math And Science vs. Fairfield Elementary School, Kelly Miller Elementary School vs. Fairfield Elementary School
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