For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,997 students in 29812, SC.
The top-ranked public schools in 29812, SC are Barnwell High School, Barnwell Elementary School and Barnwell Primary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29812 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29812, 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 54% (majority Black).
Best 29812, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barnwell High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
474 Jackson Street
Barnwell, SC 29812
(803) 541-1390
Barnwell, SC 29812
(803) 541-1390
Gr: 9-12 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Barnwell Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10524 Marlboro Avenue
Barnwell, SC 29812
(803) 541-1285
Barnwell, SC 29812
(803) 541-1285
Gr: 4-6 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
Barnwell Primary
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9286 Marlboro Avenue
Barnwell, SC 29812
(803) 541-1320
Barnwell, SC 29812
(803) 541-1320
Gr: PK-3 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #44.
Guinyard-butler Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
779 Allen Street
Barnwell, SC 29812
(803) 541-1370
Barnwell, SC 29812
(803) 541-1370
Gr: 7-8 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29812, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29812, SC include Barnwell High School, Barnwell Elementary School and Barnwell Primary.
How many public schools are located in 29812?
4 public schools are located in 29812.
What is the racial composition of students in 29812?
29812 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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