For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 991 students in Effingham, SC.
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 5/10, which is in the bottom 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 54% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Effingham, SC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: K-5 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
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
Gr: PK-5 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
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 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 54% (majority Black).
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