For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 3,050 students in 29036, SC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29036, SC are Lake Murray Elementary School, Chapin Intermediate and Chapin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29036 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29036, SC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29036, SC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Murray Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1531 Three Dog Road
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 476-4600
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 476-4600
Gr: K-4 | 766 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Chapin Intermediate
(Math: 64% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1130 Old Lexington Highway
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 575-5700
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 575-5700
Gr: 5-6 | 952 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Chapin Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
940 Old Bush River Road
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 575-5900
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 575-5900
Gr: PK-4 | 792 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Piney Woods Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
816 Amicks Ferry Road
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 756-1100
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 756-1100
Gr: PK-4 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
29036, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
510 Lexington Ave, Suite 102
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 735-9110
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 735-9110
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 29036, SC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29036, SC include Lake Murray Elementary School, Chapin Intermediate and Chapin Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29036?
4 public elementary schools are located in 29036.
What is the racial composition of students in 29036?
29036 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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