For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,607 students in 29205, SC (there are 6 private schools, serving 729 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 29205, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 29205, SC are Richland One Charter Middle College, Dreher High School and Rosewood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29205 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29205, SC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29205, SC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Richland One Charter Middle College
Charter School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 80-89% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
316 South Beltline Boulevard R
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 738-7114
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 738-7114
Grades: 11-12
| 104 students
Rank: #22.
Dreher High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3319 Millwood Avenue
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 253-7000
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 253-7000
Grades: 9-12
| 1,155 students
Rank: #33.
Rosewood Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3300 Rosewood Drive
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 343-2930
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 343-2930
Grades: K-5
| 343 students
Rank: #44.
Brennen Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4438 Devereaux Road
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 738-7204
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 738-7204
Grades: PK-5
| 792 students
Rank: #55.
A. C. Moore Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
333 Etiwan Avenue
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 343-2910
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 343-2910
Grades: PK-5
| 224 students
Rank: #66.
Hand Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2600 Wheat Street
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 343-2947
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 343-2947
Grades: 6-8
| 700 students
Rank: #77.
South Kilbourne Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1400 South Kilbourne Road
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 738-7215
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 738-7215
Grades: PK-5
| 289 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29205, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29205, SC include Richland One Charter Middle College, Dreher High School and Rosewood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29205?
7 public schools are located in 29205.
What percentage of students in 29205 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 29205 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29205?
29205 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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