For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,658 students in 29702, SC.
The top ranked public schools in 29702, SC are Blacksburg High School, Blacksburg Elementary School and Blacksburg Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29702 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29702, SC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29702, SC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Blacksburg High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
201 West Ramseur Drive
Blacksburg, SC 29702
(864) 206-2378
Blacksburg, SC 29702
(864) 206-2378
Grades: 9-12
| 548 students
Rank: #22.
Blacksburg Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
402 Hardin Street
Blacksburg, SC 29702
(864) 206-6518
Blacksburg, SC 29702
(864) 206-6518
Grades: 3-5
| 339 students
Rank: #33.
Blacksburg Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
101 London Street
Blacksburg, SC 29702
(864) 206-6829
Blacksburg, SC 29702
(864) 206-6829
Grades: 6-8
| 368 students
Rank: n/an/a
1010 East Cherokee Street
Blacksburg, SC 29702
(864) 206-6936
Blacksburg, SC 29702
(864) 206-6936
Grades: PK-2
| 403 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29702, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29702, SC include Blacksburg High School, Blacksburg Elementary School and Blacksburg Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 29702, SC?
4 public schools are located in 29702, SC.
What is the racial composition of students in 29702, SC?
29702, SC public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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