For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 724 students in 29403, SC.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 29403, SC are Charleston Charter School For Math And Science and Charleston Development Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 29403 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the South Carolina public charter school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 57% statewide average). Charter schools in 29403, SC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public charter school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 29403, SC Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charleston Charter School For Math And Science
Charter School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1002 King Street
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 720-3085
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 720-3085
Gr: 6-12 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Charleston Development Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
233 Line Street
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 722-2689
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 722-2689
Gr: PK-8 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
29403, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
63 Columbus Street
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 724-7767
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 724-7767
Gr: PK-6 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Mitchell Elementary School (Closed)
Magnet School
2 Perry Street
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 724-7261
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 724-7261
Gr: PK-5 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 29403, SC?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 29403, SC include Charleston Charter School For Math And Science and Charleston Development Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 29403?
2 public charter schools are located in 29403.
What is the racial composition of students in 29403?
29403 public charter schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public charter schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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