For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,096 students in 29403, SC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 29403, SC are Charleston Development Academy, James Simons Montessori and Charleston Progressive. 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 32% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (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 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 29403, SC Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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
Rank: #22.
James Simons Montessori
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
741 King Street
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 724-7763
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 724-7763
Gr: PK-8 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Charleston Progressive
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
382 Meeting Street
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 720-2967
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 720-2967
Gr: PK-5 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
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
Gr: PK-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
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 2026)
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 preschools in 29403, SC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 29403, SC include Charleston Development Academy, James Simons Montessori and Charleston Progressive.
How many public preschools are located in 29403?
4 public preschools are located in 29403.
What is the racial composition of students in 29403?
29403 public preschools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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