For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 544 students in 29201, SC (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,010 private students). 35% of all K-12 students in 29201, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 29201, SC are Logan Elementary School and Clear Dot Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29201 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29201, SC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29201, SC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Logan Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
815 Elmwood Avenue
Columbia, SC 29201
(803) 343-2915
Columbia, SC 29201
(803) 343-2915
Grades: PK-5
| 239 students
Rank: #22.
Clear Dot Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2015 Marion Street
Columbia, SC 29201
(803) 567-3075
Columbia, SC 29201
(803) 567-3075
Grades: K-8
| 305 students
29201, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
South Carolina Science Academy (Closed 2021)
Charter School
2015 Marion Street
Columbia, SC 29201
(803) 227-6422
Columbia, SC 29201
(803) 227-6422
Grades: 6-11
| 140 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29201, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29201, SC include Logan Elementary School and Clear Dot Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 29201, SC?
2 public schools are located in 29201, SC.
What percentage of students in 29201, SC go to public school?
35% of all K-12 students in 29201, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29201, SC?
29201, SC public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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