Best 29437 South Carolina Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 669 students in 29437, SC.
The top-ranked public high school in 29437, SC is Woodland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 29437 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 77% statewide average). High schools in 29437, SC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29437 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Woodland High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).

Best 29437, SC Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Woodland High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4128 Highway 78
Dorchester, SC 29437
(843) 563-5956
Gr: 9-12 | 669 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: n/an/a
Dorchester Career And Technology Center
Vocational School
507 School House Road
Dorchester, SC 29437
(843) 563-2361
Gr: 9-12
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 29437 South Carolina

29437, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1650 East Main Street
Dorchester, SC 29437
(843) 462-2470
Gr: 6-8 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 73%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 29437, SC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 29437, SC include Woodland High School.
How many public high schools are located in 29437?
2 public high schools are located in 29437.
What is the racial composition of students in 29437?
29437 public high schools minority enrollment is 63% 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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