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6 schools in Kershaw

South Carolina · Public K-12

Kershaw's public-school count of 6 reflects a system enrolling about 3,029 students inside South Carolina, broken out as 2 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high.

7-year change in Kershaw

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
3,029
+518 (+21%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
6
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
67%
was 71%
% Hispanic
6%
was 3%
% Black
19%
was 21%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Andrew Jackson HighHigh09-12557
Andrew Jackson MiddleMiddle06-08480
Kershaw ElementaryElementaryPK-05512
North Central ElementaryElementaryPK-05509
North Central HighHigh09-12563
North Central MiddleMiddle06-08408

About Kershaw

Kershaw is a mid-sized South Carolina city in terms of public-school footprint, with 6 schools and 3,029 students total.

On the level-by-level breakdown, the city consists of 2 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high.

Per-campus enrollment runs near 505, noticeably below the state mean of about 646.

Looking at the last 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Kershaw has expanded 21% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 2,511 students to 3,029. The White share of public-school enrollment contracted from 71% to 67%.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Kershaw discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Kershaw?
Kershaw, South Carolina has 6 public K-12 schools serving approximately 3,029 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Kershaw?
Kershaw has 2 elementary, 2 middle, 2 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Kershaw?
North Central High is the largest public school in Kershaw by enrollment, with approximately 563 students.
What school districts serve Kershaw?
Kershaw is served by 2 public school districts, including Lancaster 01, Kershaw 01.
What grade levels do public schools in Kershaw cover?
Public schools in Kershaw serve students from pre-K through grade 12.