For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 216 students in 29224, SC.
The top-ranked public school in 29224, SC is Palmetto Achievement Center For Excellence Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 29224 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29224, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29224, SC Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palmetto Achievement Center For Excellence Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6015 N Main Street
Columbia, SC 29224
(803) 900-0664
Columbia, SC 29224
(803) 900-0664
Gr: 2-8 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29224, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29224, SC include Palmetto Achievement Center For Excellence Academy.
How many public schools are located in 29224?
1 public schools are located in 29224.
What is the racial composition of students in 29224?
29224 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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