For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,466 students in 29630, SC.
The top ranked public schools in 29630, SC are D. W. Daniel High School, R. C. Edwards Middle School and Central Of The Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29630 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29630, SC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29630, SC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
D. W. Daniel High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
140 Blue And Gold Boulevard
Central, SC 29630
(864) 397-2900
Central, SC 29630
(864) 397-2900
Grades: 9-12
| 1,194 students
Rank: #22.
R. C. Edwards Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1157 Madden Bridge Road
Central, SC 29630
(864) 397-4200
Central, SC 29630
(864) 397-4200
Grades: 6-8
| 827 students
Rank: #33.
Central Of The Arts
(Math: 36% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
608 Johnson Road
Central, SC 29630
(864) 397-1400
Central, SC 29630
(864) 397-1400
Grades: PK-5
| 445 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29630, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29630, SC include D. W. Daniel High School, R. C. Edwards Middle School and Central Of The Arts.
How many public schools are located in 29630, SC?
3 public schools are located in 29630, SC.
What is the racial composition of students in 29630, SC?
29630, SC public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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