Empower South Carolina Students With SAT Prep That Supports Equity, Readiness, and Choice

By Aviv Weiss

Give every student in South Carolina the opportunity to succeed on the SAT with the only official prep program designed for system-wide impact.

Why South Carolina districts still need a strategic approach to the SAT

In South Carolina, the SAT is test-optional for many colleges and universities. But for thousands of students, especially those pursuing selective schools, scholarships, or college admissions outside the Commonwealth, a strong SAT score still opens doors. In test-optional environments, preparation isn’t just about the test, it’s about choice, agency, and access.

When SAT prep is left to individual teachers, guidance counselors, or after-school programs, districts see

inconsistent implementation,
equity gaps,
limited data on student readiness, and
missed scholarship opportunities.

That’s why forward-thinking South Carolina districts are adopting a unified, district-led approach to SAT prep that solves these challenges by creating a scalable system that reaches all students, supports educators, and gives administrators the data they need to drive improvement.

The official SAT prep program, powered by Khan Academy Districts

Khan Academy is the College Board’s only official SAT prep partner. That means students use the exact skills, question types, and blueprints they’ll see on test day. Watch this two-minute informational video to see how the program works for school districts:

When implemented across a district, this program:

It’s also trusted by 450+ districts nationwide.

AI support for every student

With Khanmigo AI, every student can get 1:1 tutoring support as they prepare for the SAT. This AI tutor provides instant feedback, hints, and explanations, helping students stay engaged and build mastery. It does this by

scaffolding learning for struggling students,
supporting independent work in and out of school, and
scaling personalized help without requiring more staff.

Professional learning that empowers educators

Our professional learning sessions support teachers in helping students navigate a test-optional world. We focus on

understanding the structure and stakes of the digital SAT
adapting classroom strategies to support SAT skills, and
using AI effectively in SAT prep instructions and practice.

Administrator tools and data dashboards

South Carolina administrators receive powerful analytics to track progress and ensure results. Leaders can

Support high-potential students preparing for selective or out-of-state colleges
monitor student growth at the student, class, school, or district level,
use automatic rostering to save time and increase visibility, and
identify skill gaps early to support interventions district-wide.

Flexible delivery models for every school

Districts in South Carolina have implemented the SAT prep program in a variety of formats:

Full-year or semester SAT prep classes
Seminar or advisory periods
Integrated into core ELA or math

This flexibility ensures every student, no matter their schedule or support level, can prepare for success.

Proven implementation strategy

We guide districts through a Good → Better → Best framework:

Good: Independent practice with two Bluebook™ tests and one course challenge
Better: Teacher-guided practice with three Bluebook™ tests and goal tracking
Best: Whole-group instruction, AI support, data tracking, and four Bluebook™ tests

The Khan Academy Districts Success team works directly with your school or division to align SAT support with your local values, whether that’s increasing access to scholarships, improving college readiness metrics, or ensuring every student has the tools to make informed choices.

Equitable access, real results

Even in a test-optional state like South Carolina, students deserve the opportunity to show what they know. Our SAT prep program builds confidence, opens pathways, and supports high-quality instruction.The program is available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and more. It works on all major devices, including Chromebooks and iPads.