— Why Cherokee County

Investing in
Tomorrow's Talent.

From K-12 through four-year degrees, Cherokee County is building the next generation of workforce talent — with small class sizes, tuition-free college access, and a $35M+ community college expansion.

13.1
Pupil / Teacher Ratio

vs. 16.23 SC average

Tuition-Free
K-14 Scholarship Program

For eligible Cherokee County residents

$35M+
SCC Campus Expansio

Announced Nov 2024

K-12 Education

Cherokee County School District Key Statistics

A standout pupil-to-teacher ratio of 13.1 (vs. 16.23 SC average) means more personalized attention for every student.

Category Cherokee Co. South Carolina
Expenditure per Student $12,644 $15,905
Educational Expenditure per Student $11,265 $13,142
Instruction Expenditure per Student $6,552 $7,999
Pupil / Teacher Ratio 13.1 16.23
Students per Librarian 410 4,573
Students per Counselor 269 530
High School Graduation Rate 83.3% 88.8%

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Higher Education

Two Institutions. Endless Opportunity.

$35M+
2024 Campus Expansion

Spartanburg
Community College

Established in 2003, SCC Cherokee County Campus offers small class sizes, flexible schedules, and a high-tech library. The 2024 expansion adds Diesel Tech training, a Nursing facility, and a Sparks Center business landing pad.

SCC Cherokee County Campus

SCC Cherokee County Campus

The SCC Cherokee County Campus offers small class sizes, flexible schedules, and these programs completable on campus:

Associate of Science – University Transfer, Biology Concentration
Associate of Arts – University Transfer
Machine Tool Certificate
Mechatronics Certificate I & Associate Degree
Medical Assisting
Welding Certificate & Associate Degree

Tuition-Free

Cherokee County K-14 Scholarship

K-14

Coverage level

Cherokee 2020

Established by

All Courses

Any program of choice

5-Year

HS diploma eligibility window

— K-14 Scholarship Fund

Cherokee County Residents Attend College Tuition-Free

Established by Cherokee 2020, this fund encourages county residents to pursue at least two years of education beyond high school — covering any tuition remaining after all financial aid options are exhausted. A powerful workforce development investment.

Eligibility Criteria