For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,842 students in 29036, SC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29036, SC are Lake Murray Elementary School, Chapin Elementary School and Chapin Intermediate. 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 61% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 39%), 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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29036, SC Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lake Murray Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1531 Three Dog Road
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 476-4600
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 476-4600
Grades: K-4
| 797 students
Rank: #22.
Chapin Elementary School
(Math: 63% | 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
Grades: PK-4
| 730 students
Rank: #33.
Chapin Intermediate
(Math: 58% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1130 Old Lexington Highway
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 575-5700
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 575-5700
Grades: 5-6
| 900 students
Rank: #44.
Piney Woods Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
816 Amicks Ferry Road
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 756-1110
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 756-1110
Grades: PK-4
| 415 students
29036, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
510 Lexington Ave, Suite 102
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 735-9110
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 735-9110
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
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 Elementary School and Chapin Intermediate.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29036, SC?
4 public elementary schools are located in 29036, SC.
What is the racial composition of students in 29036, SC?
29036, SC public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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