For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,088 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 39% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), 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 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29626, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-5 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Varennes Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1820 Highway 29 South
Anderson, SC 29626
(864) 260-5215
Anderson, SC 29626
(864) 260-5215
Gr: 3-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: n/an/a
1909 Dobbins Bridge Road
Anderson, SC 29626
(864) 260-5200
Anderson, SC 29626
(864) 260-5200
Gr: PK | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
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?
3 public schools are located in 29626.
What is the racial composition of students in 29626?
29626 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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