South Carolina Science Curriculum
Aligned to the SC Academic Standards for Science and built for SCPASS testing.
Browse by school level
Elementary School Science
Life, earth, and physical science concepts, one course per grade, Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Kindergarten Science
Living things, weather, and simple machines for kindergarten science.
1st Grade Science
Life cycles, properties of matter, and light and sound for 1st grade science.
2nd Grade Science
Animal diversity, states of matter, and weather for 2nd grade science.
3rd Grade Science
Ecosystems, forces, and landforms in 3rd grade science.
4th Grade Science
Animal senses, biomes, and states of matter for 4th grade science.
5th Grade Science
Human body systems, rocks and minerals, and ecosystems for 5th grade science.
Middle School Science
Integrated science strands bridging elementary foundations into high school coursework.
High School Science
9th and 10th grade integrated science, aligned to South Carolina's senior standards.
Aligned with the SC Academic Standards for Science
Every course follows the SC Academic Standards for Science and mirrors typical classroom pacing, so a student can find the exact concept covered that day and work through it.
- Mapped to SC Academic Standards for Science, grade by grade
- Built-in review for SCPASS and End-of-Course Biology EOC
- Unlimited practice problems with step-by-step worked solutions
Science Curriculum by State
Select any state to see its science courses and how they are organized.
State Standards
CURRICULUM GUIDE
About the South Carolina Science Curriculum
How SC Academic Standards for Science Works
South Carolina sets its own science standards, organized by grade band around life, earth, and physical science strands from Kindergarten through 10th grade.
How South Carolina Differs
South Carolina's standards emphasize integrated science through 10th grade rather than separating disciplines earlier, keeping all students on a shared sequence into high school.
How South Carolina Science Progresses
Students build from Kindergarten observations through middle school investigation skills into 9th and 10th grade integrated science aligned to the senior standards.
How South Carolina Assesses Science
SCPASS tests science in 4th, 6th, and 8th grade; an End-of-Course Biology EOC serves high school, with results used alongside college readiness benchmarks.
Common Questions from South Carolina Parents
We've got answers to some popular questions.
Which grades does StudyPug cover for South Carolina science?
StudyPug covers South Carolina science from Kindergarten through 10th grade, including all elementary, middle school, and high school integrated science courses.
How do I find the course that matches my child's class?
Browse by grade band - elementary, middle, or high school - and select the grade that matches your child's current year to find the matching South Carolina science course.
Does StudyPug help with the SCPASS science test?
Yes. Lessons and practice problems are organized around the SC Academic Standards for Science and are based on real exams, including the SCPASS assessments in 4th, 6th, and 8th grade.
Does StudyPug follow the same order my child's school uses?
Each course follows the SC Academic Standards for Science sequence, so the topics appear in the same order a South Carolina classroom typically covers them through the year.
Can I use StudyPug for homeschooling?
Yes. Lessons are organized by grade and standard and can be worked at the student's own pace, making them a practical fit for homeschooling families following South Carolina standards.
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Last updated June 5, 2026
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