For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 532 students in 29709, SC.
The top-ranked public preschool in 29709, SC is Edwards Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 29709 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29709, SC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public preschool average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29709, SC Public Preschools (2026)
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 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
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 preschools in 29709, SC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 29709, SC include Edwards Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 29709?
1 public preschools are located in 29709.
What is the racial composition of students in 29709?
29709 public preschools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public preschools average of 54% (majority Black).
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