For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,383 students in 29437, SC.
The top-ranked public schools in 29437, SC are Woodland High School and Harleyville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29437 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29437, SC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29437, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Woodland High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4128 Highway 78
Dorchester, SC 29437
(843) 563-5956
Dorchester, SC 29437
(843) 563-5956
Gr: 9-12 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Harleyville Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1650 East Main Street
Dorchester, SC 29437
(843) 462-7671
Dorchester, SC 29437
(843) 462-7671
Gr: PK-5 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: n/an/a
Dorchester Career And Technology Center
Vocational School
507 School House Road
Dorchester, SC 29437
(843) 563-2361
Dorchester, SC 29437
(843) 563-2361
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
4044 Highway 78
Dorchester, SC 29437
(843) 563-3171
Dorchester, SC 29437
(843) 563-3171
Gr: 6-8 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29437, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29437, SC include Woodland High School and Harleyville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29437?
4 public schools are located in 29437.
What is the racial composition of students in 29437?
29437 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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