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CCSD announced its policy for free and reduced-price meals for children served in schools under the National School Lunch Program and the School Breakfast Program.
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Scale of Service
CCSD By The Numbers
50,583
Students
Second-largest school district in SC
CCSD represents a unique blend of urban, suburban, and rural schools spanning 1,300 square miles along the coast.
90
Schools
A Diverse Portfolio
Specialized programs are delivered through neighborhood, magnet, IB (International Baccalaureate), Montessori, and charter schools
$915.2M
General Operating Fund
Balanced Budget
The 2026-2027 Budget was developed with the District’s goals and priorities at the forefront of budgetary decisions.
40,000
Nurse Visits / Month
CCSD promotes healthy students and schools
School nurses are the leaders who bridge health care and education.
48,800
Meals & Snacks/Day
Good nutrition and learning go hand in hand
Our team is comprised of food and nutrition professionals dedicated to students' health and well-being.
31,000
Miles/Day
Buses
Transportation is provided to 78 schools
Our buses provide reliable transportation for students and parents in a manner that supports the district's educational and extracurricular objectives.
6,593
Full-Time
Staff
Attracting, developing, and retaining talent
Competitive compensation and workforce stability ensure that every member of our team, can thrive personally and professionally
$78,357
Avg. Teacher
Salary
CCSD base teacher pay is more than $67,000
CCSD teachers are among the highest paid in non-union school districts nationwide.