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Education:

Preparing for the Future

ome to a major university, two public school districts, a quality standards for students in needs, regardless of zip code, and
technical college, a private university, and a technology high school and those pursuing is proud that one out of every eight
H and career center, the Clemson Area is a dynamic higher education. students takes advantage of this school
educational hub. It provides students of all ages with an ideal setting choice program.
Pickens County
to prepare for a successful future.
Graduation Rate 87.5% (2024) SDPC’s vision is to empower every
The School District of Pickens County student for success in college, career,
School Districts districts are accredited by Cognia and
(SDPC) is committed to its mission of and life. This vision fuels the district’s
The Clemson Area is served by two consistently report graduation rates
engaging every student today to help commitment to providing a top-tier,
strong public school districts: the above the state average.
them RISE to tomorrow’s potential. 21st-century education that equips all
School District of Pickens County,
Higher education has a positive impact Serving all of Pickens County, SDPC students with the skills and knowledge
which includes Clemson, Central, and
on the success of the area’s public operates 14 elementary schools, five needed to thrive both in the classroom
Six Mile; and Anderson County District
schools. By their very presence, middle schools, four high schools, a and beyond. As a result, Pickens
Four, which covers Pendleton.
Clemson University, Southern Wesleyan Virtual Academy, and a state-of-the-art County students consistently rank
These districts are known for their University, and Tri-County Technical Career and Technology Center. The among the top in the state in academic
exceptional academic performance College set the benchmark for district believes that students should achievement. SDPC remains dedicated
and strong athletic programs. Both academic achievement, establishing attend the school that best meets their to its mission and vision, ensuring every

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