For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,091 students in Barnwell, SC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Barnwell, SC are Barnwell Primary and Barnwell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Barnwell, SC public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in Barnwell have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 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 52% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Barnwell, SC (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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
Grades: PK-3
| 656 students
Rank: #22.
Barnwell Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10524 Marlboro Avenue
Barnwell, SC 29812
(803) 541-1285
Barnwell, SC 29812
(803) 541-1285
Grades: 4-6
| 435 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Barnwell, SC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Barnwell, SC include Barnwell Primary and Barnwell Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Barnwell, SC?
2 public elementary schools are located in Barnwell, SC.
What is the racial composition of students in Barnwell, SC?
Barnwell, SC 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 52% (majority Black).
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