For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,425 students in 29624, SC (there are 2 private schools, serving 125 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 29624, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 29624, SC are Southwood Academy For The Arts, Anderson Five Charter School and Flat Rock Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29624 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29624, SC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29624, SC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Southwood Academy For The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1110 Southwood Street
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 260-5205
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 260-5205
Grades: 6-8
| 389 students
Rank: #22.
Anderson Five Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1225 South Mcduffie Street
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 260-5538
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 260-5538
Grades: 9-12
| 68 students
Rank: #33.
Flat Rock Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
115 Thompson Road
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 296-9191
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 296-9191
Grades: PK-5
| 405 students
Rank: n/an/a
Homeland Park Primary
Magnet School
3519 Wilmont Street
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 260-5125
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 260-5125
Grades: PK-2
| 440 students
Rank: n/an/a
1700 South Fant Street
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 260-5225
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 260-5225
Grades: PK
| 123 students
29624, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Anderson Five Career Campus Elementary School (Closed 2020)
Vocational School
1225 South Mcduffie Street
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 260-5160
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 260-5160
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
1110 Southwood St
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 260-5135
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 260-5135
Grades: 6-8
| 493 students
1909 Dobbins Bridge Rd.
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 260-5101
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 260-5101
Grades: PK-K
| 213 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29624, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29624, SC include Southwood Academy For The Arts, Anderson Five Charter School and Flat Rock Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29624?
5 public schools are located in 29624.
What percentage of students in 29624 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 29624 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29624?
29624 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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