Columbia, SC, September 3, 2025
News Summary
The South Carolina Prep Football Media Poll has published the latest high school football rankings across various classifications. Dutch Fork leads the 5A rankings with 17 first-place votes. South Florence tops the 4A division, while Belton Honea Path is in the 3A lead. The 2A rankings feature Clinton at the top, and Cross leads the 1A category. The rankings have seen notable shifts with ten teams facing defeats last week, setting the stage for exciting upcoming matchups.
South Carolina High School Football Rankings Released for Week of September 2
Columbia, SC – The South Carolina Prep Football Media Poll has revealed the latest rankings for high school football teams across various classifications as of September 2. The new rankings reflect a mix of unbeaten teams and those with a mix of victories and losses as the season progresses.
In the 5A rankings, Dutch Fork leads with 17 first-place votes and a solid record of 1-0. Following closely behind is Northwestern, which has secured one first-place vote and boasts a commendable record of 2-0. Irmo ranks third with a perfect record of 2-0, while Gaffney sits fourth with a record of 1-1. Rounding out the top five is Greenwood, currently undefeated with a record of 1-0. Other ranked teams include Summerville at sixth, Dorman at seventh, Byrnes at eighth, James Island at ninth, and Berkeley completing the top ten.
In the 4A division, South Florence claims the top spot, having garnered 17 first-place votes and a record of 2-0. South Pointe is in second place with a record of 1-1 and one first-place vote. North Augusta, AC Flora, and Camden follow, all with undefeated records of 2-0. Bishop England, Westside, Seneca, Hartsville, and Daniel fill out the rest of the top ten, showcasing a mix of performance levels in this highly competitive category.
In the 3A rankings, Belton Honea Path leads with 12 first-place votes and a record of 2-0. Woodruff is in second place with 5 first-place votes, also standing at 2-0. Other teams in the top five include Dillon at third place, Mountain View Prep at fourth, and Loris at fifth, each with a record of 2-0 as well. Oceanside Collegiate, Newberry, Orangeburg-Wilkinson, Marlboro County, and Powdersville complete the rankings in this section.
The 2A rankings see Clinton at the forefront with 12 first-place votes and a record of 1-1. Batesburg-Leesville follows with 5 first-place votes, enjoying an unbeaten record of 2-0. Hampton County, Barnwell, and Strom Thurmond also hold strong with perfect records. The rankings are finalized with Fairfield Central, Cheraw, Central, Chester, and Saluda rounding out the top ten.
In the 1A category, Cross tops the rankings with 11 first-place votes and a record of 2-0. Close behind are Abbeville with 6 first-place votes at 1-1 and Lake View at 2-0. Other teams include Bamberg-Ehrhardt, Lewisville, Johnsonville, Lamar, Latta, and Ware Shoals, with several teams attaining the record of 2-0.
Significantly, a total of 10 teams faced defeats last week, resulting in significant movement in the rankings, with eight new teams entering the spotlight. Upcoming matchups include key games such as Dutch Fork vs. Ridge View and South Florence vs. Northwestern, promising an exciting week of high school football action.
FAQ
What are the top ranked teams in South Carolina high school football?
The top ranked teams include Dutch Fork, Northwestern, Irmo, and South Florence among others. Each team has varying records with several remaining unbeaten at this stage of the season.
Why do the rankings change weekly?
Rankings change weekly based on the performance of teams, including wins and losses, as well as votes from media members contributing to the poll.
What notable games are scheduled this week?
Key matchups include Dutch Fork vs. Ridge View and South Florence vs. Northwestern, among other competitive games across classifications.
Chart of Rankings Overview
| Classification | Team | First-Place Votes | Record |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5A | Dutch Fork | 17 | 1-0 |
| 5A | Northwestern | 1 | 2-0 |
| 4A | South Florence | 17 | 2-0 |
| 3A | Belton Honea Path | 12 | 2-0 |
| 2A | Clinton | 12 | 1-1 |
| 1A | Cross | 11 | 2-0 |
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