For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 933 students in 29626, SC.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 29626 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29626, SC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29626, SC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
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 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
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 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 29626, SC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29626, SC include Mclees Elementary School and Varennes Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29626?
2 public elementary schools are located in 29626.
What is the racial composition of students in 29626?
29626 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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