For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 1,457 students in Anderson, SC.
The top-ranked public charter school in Anderson, SC is Anderson Five Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Anderson, SC public charter schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the South Carolina public charter school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 57% statewide average). Charter schools in Anderson have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Carolina public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the South Carolina public charter school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best Public Charter Schools in Anderson, SC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anderson Five Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1225 South Mcduffie Street
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 260-5538
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 260-5538
Gr: 9-12 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
South Carolina Preparatory Academy
Charter School
1650 E Greenville Street Suite
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 280-9806
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 280-9806
Gr: 6-12 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
South Carolina Preparatory Leadership School
Charter School
1650 E Greenville Street Suite
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 202-6341
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 202-6341
Gr: 6-12 | 1,005 students Student-teacher ratio: 59:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in Anderson, SC?
The top-ranked public charter schools in Anderson, SC include Anderson Five Charter School.
How many public charter schools are located in Anderson?
3 public charter schools are located in Anderson.
What is the racial composition of students in Anderson?
Anderson public charter schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the South Carolina public charter schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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