The main objective of our three school districts (50, 51 and 52) is to develop productive lifelong learners while recognizing individual worth and cultural diversity by creating a positive school climate with innovative educational experiences, actively involving parents and community. Ongoing improvement in state-based and national scoring systems reinforces the fact that our educators are on the right track on behalf of our children.
We are fortunate to have five private schools which offer K–12 instruction as well. Cambridge Academy, Greenwood Christian School, Calvary Christian School, Eastside Baptist Christian School and Hopewood Academy share the Greenwood County School Districts’ objectives — with outstanding reputations based on academic excellence and the accomplishments of their students and alumni.
To qualify as a private school in South Carolina, each of these institutions has been approved by the State Board of Education or is a member school of the South Carolina Independent School Association or similar organization.
Total Number of Students Per District
| Greenwood | District 50 | 9,419 |
| Ware Shoals | District 51 | 1,230 |
| Ninety Six | District 52 | 1,627 |
SAT Scores
| Year | District 50 | District 51 | District 52 |
| 1997 | 970 | 979 | 939 |
| 1998 | 941 | 933 | 982 |
| 1999 | 940 | 869 | 944 |
| 2000 | 942 | 927 | 947 |
| 2001 | 963 | 933 | 956 |
| 2002 | 945 | 905 | 984 |
| 2003 | 982 | 906 | 1001 |
| 2004 | 947 |
Years of School Completed for the Population 18 Years and over in Greenwood County
| 1990 | 2000 | Change | %Change | |
| Less than 9th Grade | 5,986 | 4,590 | -1,396 | 23.32 |
| No Diploma | 7,512 | 8,778 | 1,266 | 16.85 |
| High School Graduate | 10,303 | 14,506 | 4,203 | 40.79 |
| 1-3 Years College | 7,734 | 13,182 | 5,448 | 70.44 |
| 4+ Years College | 6,024 | 8,351 | 2,327 | 38.63 |
Tax Millage for Greenwood School Districts
| District | 50 | 51 | 52 |
| 1995 | 138.4 | 148.0 | 133.6 |
| 1996 | 136.7 | 148.0 | 133.6 |
| 1997 | 143.0 | 146.5 | 102.6 |
| 1998 | 141.5 | 182.8 | 80.6 |
| 1999 | 153.9 | 162.3 | 128.0 |
| 2000 | 172.5 | 174.0 | 159.1 |
| 2001 | 148.5 | 160.8 | 111.0 |
| 2002 | 182.2 | 160.8 | 113.0 |
| 2003 | 131.0 | 175.0 | 131.0 |
| 2004 | 200.1 | 181.3 | 159.8 |
Advanced Placement Courses Offered
- English (Literature, Language)
- Calculus (AB, BC)
- Statistics
- Physics (Mechanical, Electricity & Magnetism)
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Environmental Sciences
- History (US, European)
- Economics (Macro, Micro)
- Government
- Art (Drawing, Design)
- Music Theory
- Spanish
- Computer Science
For further information concerning Greenwood School Districts, please contact:
Greenwood School District 50
PO Box 248
Greenwood, SC 29648
864.941.5400 Office
864.941.5427 Fax
Ware Shoals School District 51
42 Sparks Avenue
Ware Shoals, SC 29692
864.456.7496 Office
864.456.3578 Fax
Ninety Six School District 52
605 Johnston Road
Ninety Six, SC 29666
864.543.3100 Office
864.543.3704 Fax
Private and Parochial School Enrollment
| Calvary Christian School | 70 |
| Cambridge Academy | 275 |
| East Side Baptist Christian School | 60 |
| Greenwood Christian Academy | 600 |
| Hopewood Academy | 75 |
