Best 29016 South Carolina Public High Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,806 students in 29016, SC.
The top ranked public high schools in 29016, SC are Blythewood High School and Westwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 29016 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 88% (versus the 77% statewide average). High schools in 29016, SC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29016 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is more than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Blythewood High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).

Best 29016, SC Public High Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Blythewood High School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
10901 Wilson Boulevard
Blythewood, SC 29016
(803) 691-4090
Grades: 9-12
| 2,117 students
Rank: #22.
Westwood High School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
180 Turkey Farm Road
Blythewood, SC 29016
(803) 691-4049
Grades: 9-12
| 1,689 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 29016, SC?
The top ranked public high schools in 29016, SC include Blythewood High School and Westwood High School.
How many public high schools are located in 29016?
2 public high schools are located in 29016.
What is the racial composition of students in 29016?
29016 public high schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).

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