Charter Elementary Schools in South Carolina
South Carolina has 69 public charter schools offering elementary grades (K–5) in the 2024–25 federal data, located in 40 cities.
- Charter elementary schools
- 69
- Students at these schools
- 46,157
- Median students per teacher
- 13.0
- Virtual schools
- 5
2024–25 reported data: enrollment for 69 of 69 schools; student–teacher ratios for 69; format for 69. Missing values are excluded from totals and medians. Students per teacher is not class size.Sources and limitations.
Charter elementary schools in South Carolina by city
Greenville7
- Cyber Academy of South Carolina · K–12 · Virtual
- East Link Academy · K–8
- GREEN Charter School Greenville · K–8
- GREEN Charter School Simpsonville · K–6
- LEAD Academy · K–8
- Legacy Early College · Pre-K–12
- Meyer Center for Special Children · Pre-K–2
Columbia5
- Carolina School for Inquiry · Pre-K–6
- Carolus Online Academy · K–12 · Virtual
- Clear Dot Charter School · Pre-K–11
- Palmetto Achievement Center for Excellence Academy · 2–8
- SC Connections Academy · K–12 · Virtual
Spartanburg5
- Global Academy of SC · K–7
- GREEN Charter School Spartanburg · K–8
- High Point Academy · K–12
- Meeting Street Academy-Spartanburg · Pre-K–5
- Spartanburg Preparatory School · Pre-K–8
Charleston4
- Carolina Voyager Charter · K–8
- Charleston Development Academy · Pre-K–8
- Orange Grove Charter School · Pre-K–8
- Pattison's Academy for Comprehensive Education · Pre-K–12
Rock Hill4
- Ascent Classical Academy-Fort Mill · K–12
- Riverwalk Academy · K–12
- The Palmetto School · Pre-K–8
- York Preparatory Academy · K–12
Beaufort3
- Bridges Preparatory School · K–12
- Lowcountry Montessori School · Pre-K–12
- Riverview Charter School · K–8
Summerville3
- Berkeley Preparatory Academy · K–8
- Lowcountry Connection Academy · K–12 · Virtual
- Summerville Prep · K–8
Aiken2
- Horse Creek Academy · K–12
- Tall Pines STEM Academy · 5–8
Gaffney2
- Cherokee Charter Academy · Pre-K–9
- Goucher Charter Academy · Pre-K–8
1043 Chris Drive1
- East Point Academy · Pre-K–8
Belton1
Bishopville1
- Pee Dee Math Sci & Tech · K–12
Camden1
- The Montessori School of Camden · Pre-K–8
Chester1
Clinton1
- Thornwell Charter School · K–12
Conway1
- Academy of Hope Charter · Pre-K–8
Easley1
Florence1
Goose Creek1
Greenwood1
- Greenwood Charter Academy · Pre-K–7
Hardeeville1
Hartsville1
- Butler Academy · K–8
Irmo1
Lancaster1
Lexington1
McClellanville1
Meggett1
Mt. Pleasant1
- East Cooper Montessori Charter · Pre-K–8
Pawleys Island1
Ridegland1
Ridgeland1
- Polaris Tech Charter School · K–12
Sumter1
Trenton1
West Columbia1
- South Carolina Virtual Charter School · K–12 · Virtual
Winnsboro1
- Midlands STEM Charter School · Pre-K–12
About this South Carolina elementary school list
Schools are included when their reported grade span overlaps K–5, so a K–8 or K–12 school can appear on more than one grade-level list. This factual list does not rank school quality or show current seat availability. Confirm grades, programs, and admissions directly with each school.
Charter elementary schools in South Carolina: common questions
How many charter elementary schools are in South Carolina?
The 2024–25 federal data lists 69 open public charter schools in South Carolina offering at least one grade from K–5, located in 40 cities.
How do I find charter elementary schools near me in South Carolina?
Browse the city groups on this page, or use the school search with your location, city, or ZIP code and the elementary grade-level filter.
Are charter elementary schools in South Carolina free?
Charter schools are public schools, so they do not charge tuition for public K–12 grades. Some schools may charge fees for items such as uniforms, activities, or before- and after-school care, so confirm costs with each school.
Are there online charter elementary schools in South Carolina?
Federal records identify 5 virtual or virtual-with-in-person-options charter schools offering elementary grades in South Carolina. Confirm current formats and enrollment eligibility with each school.
Does this page rank the best charter elementary schools in South Carolina?
No. This directory does not rank schools or accept paid placement. Compare the reported facts, then confirm programs, admissions, and current performance information directly with each school.
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, 2024–25 school year. How this data works.