For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,050 students in 29902, SC (there are 1 private school, serving 378 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 29902, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 29902, SC are Beaufort Elementary School, Mossy Oaks Elementary School and Beaufort Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29902 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29902, SC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29902, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beaufort Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1800 Prince Street
Beaufort, SC 29902
(843) 322-2600
Beaufort, SC 29902
(843) 322-2600
Gr: PK-5 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Mossy Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2510 Mossy Oaks Road
Beaufort, SC 29902
(843) 322-2900
Beaufort, SC 29902
(843) 322-2900
Gr: PK-5 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Beaufort Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2501 Mossy Oaks Boulevard
Beaufort, SC 29902
(843) 322-5700
Beaufort, SC 29902
(843) 322-5700
Gr: 6-8 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29902, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29902, SC include Beaufort Elementary School, Mossy Oaks Elementary School and Beaufort Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 29902?
3 public schools are located in 29902.
What percentage of students in 29902 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 29902 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29902?
29902 public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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