For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 959 students in 29401, SC (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,092 private students). 47% of all K-12 students in 29401, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 29401, SC are Buist Academy and Memminger Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29401 have an average math proficiency score of 84% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 84% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29401, SC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29401, SC Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Buist Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 93% | Reading: 96%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
103 Calhoun Street
Charleston, SC 29401
(843) 724-7750
Charleston, SC 29401
(843) 724-7750
Gr: 3-8 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Memminger Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
20 Beaufain Street
Charleston, SC 29401
(843) 724-7778
Charleston, SC 29401
(843) 724-7778
Gr: PK-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29401, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29401, SC include Buist Academy and Memminger Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29401?
2 public schools are located in 29401.
What percentage of students in 29401 go to public school?
47% of all K-12 students in 29401 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29401?
29401 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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