For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 661 students in 29404, SC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 29404, SC are Hunley Park Elementary School and Minnie Hughes Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 29404 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29404, SC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 29404, SC Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hunley Park Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Michigan Avenue
Charleston Afb, SC 29404
(843) 767-5914
Charleston Afb, SC 29404
(843) 767-5914
Gr: PK-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Minnie Hughes Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8548 Willtown Road
Charleston Afb, SC 29404
(843) 889-2976
Charleston Afb, SC 29404
(843) 889-2976
Gr: PK-5 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 29404, SC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 29404, SC include Hunley Park Elementary School and Minnie Hughes Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 29404?
2 public preschools are located in 29404.
What is the racial composition of students in 29404?
29404 public preschools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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