For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,295 students in 29403, SC.
The top ranked public preschools in 29403, SC are James Simons Montessori, Charleston Progressive and Charleston Development Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 29403 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29403, SC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschool average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29403, SC Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
James Simons Montessori
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
741 King Street
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 724-7763
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 724-7763
Grades: PK-8
| 371 students
Rank: #22.
Charleston Progressive
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
382 Meeting Street
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 720-2967
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 720-2967
Grades: PK-5
| 203 students
Rank: #33.
Charleston Development Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
233 Line Street
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 722-2689
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 722-2689
Grades: PK-8
| 168 students
Rank: #44.
Mitchell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2 Perry Street
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 724-7261
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 724-7261
Grades: PK-5
| 200 students
Rank: #55.
Sanders-clyde Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
805 Morrison Drive
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 724-7783
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 724-7783
Grades: PK-5
| 353 students
29403, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
63 Columbus Street
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 724-7767
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 724-7767
Grades: PK-6
| 217 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 29403, SC?
The top ranked public preschools in 29403, SC include James Simons Montessori, Charleston Progressive and Charleston Development Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 29403?
5 public preschools are located in 29403.
What is the racial composition of students in 29403?
29403 public preschools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschools average of 54% (majority Black).
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