For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 952 students in 29709, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29709, SC are Edwards Elementary School and Chesterfield-ruby Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29709 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29709, SC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29709, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edwards Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2411 West Boulevard
Chesterfield, SC 29709
(843) 623-2351
Chesterfield, SC 29709
(843) 623-2351
Gr: PK-5 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Chesterfield-ruby Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
14445 Highway 9
Chesterfield, SC 29709
(843) 623-9401
Chesterfield, SC 29709
(843) 623-9401
Gr: 6-8 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
29709, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
344 East Boulevard
Chesterfield, SC 29709
(843) 623-2465
Chesterfield, SC 29709
(843) 623-2465
Gr: 5-8 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29709, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29709, SC include Edwards Elementary School and Chesterfield-ruby Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29709?
2 public elementary schools are located in 29709.
What is the racial composition of students in 29709?
29709 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% 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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