For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 424 students in Donalds, SC.
The top ranked public school in Donalds, SC is Cherokee Trail Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Donalds, SC public school have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Donalds have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Donalds, SC (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cherokee Trail Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6219 Highway 184 East
Donalds, SC 29638
(864) 379-8500
Donalds, SC 29638
(864) 379-8500
Grades: PK-7
| 424 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Donalds, SC?
The top ranked public schools in Donalds, SC include Cherokee Trail Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Donalds?
1 public schools are located in Donalds.
What is the racial composition of students in Donalds?
Donalds public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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