For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 694 students in Cross, SC.
The top-ranked public schools in Cross, SC are Cross Elementary School and Cross High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cross, SC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Cross have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Cross, SC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Cross Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1325 Ranger Drive
Cross, SC 29436
(843) 899-8916
Cross, SC 29436
(843) 899-8916
Gr: PK-6 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Cross High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1293 Old Highway 6
Cross, SC 29436
(843) 899-8900
Cross, SC 29436
(843) 899-8900
Gr: 7-12 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Cross, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in Cross, SC include Cross Elementary School and Cross High School.
How many public schools are located in Cross?
2 public schools are located in Cross.
What is the racial composition of students in Cross?
Cross public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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