For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 804 students in 29536, SC.
The top-ranked public high school in 29536, SC is Dillon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 29536 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 76% statewide average). High schools in 29536, SC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29536 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dillon High School, with 80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29536, SC Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dillon High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1730 Highway 301 North
Dillon, SC 29536
(843) 774-1230
Dillon, SC 29536
(843) 774-1230
Gr: 9-12 | 804 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: n/an/a
Dillon County Applied Technology Center
Vocational School
1630 East Main Street
Dillon, SC 29536
(843) 774-5143
Dillon, SC 29536
(843) 774-5143
Gr: 9-12
29536, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
301 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Dillon, SC 29536
(843) 774-1212
Dillon, SC 29536
(843) 774-1212
Gr: 7-8 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
900 Patriot Street
Dillon, SC 29536
(843) 774-1210
Dillon, SC 29536
(843) 774-1210
Gr: PK-3 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 29536, SC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 29536, SC include Dillon High School.
How many public high schools are located in 29536?
2 public high schools are located in 29536.
What is the racial composition of students in 29536?
29536 public high schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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