Guns, knives, and weapons are generally prohibited on school grounds, as provided by school policies and state and federal laws.

Although children in grades 1-12 are generally not eligible for a concealed carry weapon permit, older students on college campuses may be eligible for a concealed carry permit (CCP) in some states—also known as a concealed handgun license (CHL), license to carry (LTC), concealed carry license (CCL), or concealed carry weapon (CCW).

A student’s right to carry a concealed weapon on school grounds may be governed by state and federal laws, as well as school policies.

In South Carolina, weapons such as guns and knives are generally prohibited on school grounds, including elementary, middle, and high schools, in accordance with state statutes and federal laws. This prohibition is reinforced by school policies that aim to maintain a safe educational environment. Students in grades 1-12 are not eligible for a concealed carry weapon (CCW) permit. However, for older students at the college level, South Carolina law does allow individuals who are 21 years or older and who have obtained a Concealed Weapon Permit (CWP) to carry a concealed weapon. Nevertheless, the carrying of a concealed weapon on college campuses is subject to specific college or university policies, which may restrict or prohibit firearms on their property despite the state's CWP regulations. It's important to note that both state and federal laws, along with individual school policies, must be considered to determine the legality of carrying concealed weapons on school grounds.