For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 300 students in 29628, SC.
The top ranked public schools in 29628, SC are John C. Calhoun Elementary School and Calhoun Falls Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29628 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29628, SC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29628, SC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
John C. Calhoun Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
750 North Calhoun Shores Parkw
Calhoun Falls, SC 29628
(864) 418-8016
Calhoun Falls, SC 29628
(864) 418-8016
Grades: PK-5
| 136 students
Rank: #22.
Calhoun Falls Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
205 Edgefield Street
Calhoun Falls, SC 29628
(864) 418-8014
Calhoun Falls, SC 29628
(864) 418-8014
Grades: 6-12
| 164 students
29628, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
205 Edgefield Street
Calhoun Falls, SC 29628
(864) 447-8014
Calhoun Falls, SC 29628
(864) 447-8014
Grades: 7-12
| 238 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29628, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29628, SC include John C. Calhoun Elementary School and Calhoun Falls Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 29628?
2 public schools are located in 29628.
What is the racial composition of students in 29628?
29628 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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