For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 757 students in 29512, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29512, SC are Bennettsville Primary and Bennettsville Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29512 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29512, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29512, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bennettsville Primary
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
301 Jefferson Street
Bennettsville, SC 29512
(843) 479-5936
Bennettsville, SC 29512
(843) 479-5936
Gr: PK-3 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Bennettsville Intermediate
(Math: 17% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
701 Cheraw Street
Bennettsville, SC 29512
(843) 479-5941
Bennettsville, SC 29512
(843) 479-5941
Gr: 4-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
29512, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
801 Country Club Dr
Bennettsville, SC 29512
(843) 479-5938
Bennettsville, SC 29512
(843) 479-5938
Gr: 3-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
701 Cheraw St
Bennettsville, SC 29512
(843) 479-5941
Bennettsville, SC 29512
(843) 479-5941
Gr: 6-8 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29512, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29512, SC include Bennettsville Primary and Bennettsville Intermediate.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29512?
2 public elementary schools are located in 29512.
What is the racial composition of students in 29512?
29512 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 84% 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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