For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,159 students in 29492, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29492, SC are Daniel Island School, Philip Simmons Elementary School and Philip Simmons Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29492 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29492, SC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29492, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Daniel Island School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2365 Daniel Island Drive
Charleston, SC 29492
(843) 471-2301
Charleston, SC 29492
(843) 471-2301
Gr: K-8 | 1,151 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Philip Simmons Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2095 Seven Sticks Drive
Charleston, SC 29492
(843) 471-2580
Charleston, SC 29492
(843) 471-2580
Gr: PK-4 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Philip Simmons Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2065 Seven Sticks Drive
Charleston, SC 29492
(843) 471-2590
Charleston, SC 29492
(843) 471-2590
Gr: 5-8 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29492, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29492, SC include Daniel Island School, Philip Simmons Elementary School and Philip Simmons Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29492?
3 public elementary schools are located in 29492.
What is the racial composition of students in 29492?
29492 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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