For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,121 students in 29626, SC.
The top ranked public schools in 29626, SC are Mclees Elementary School and Varennes Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29626 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29626, SC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29626, SC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mclees Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4900 Dobbins Bridge Road
Anderson, SC 29626
(864) 716-3600
Anderson, SC 29626
(864) 716-3600
Grades: K-5
| 577 students
Rank: #22.
Varennes Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1820 Highway 29 South
Anderson, SC 29626
(864) 260-5215
Anderson, SC 29626
(864) 260-5215
Grades: 3-5
| 351 students
Rank: n/an/a
1909 Dobbins Bridge Road
Anderson, SC 29626
(864) 260-5200
Anderson, SC 29626
(864) 260-5200
Grades: PK
| 193 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29626, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29626, SC include Mclees Elementary School and Varennes Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29626, SC?
3 public schools are located in 29626, SC.
What is the racial composition of students in 29626, SC?
29626, SC public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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