For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 248 students in 29437, SC.
The top-ranked public preschool in 29437, SC is Harleyville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 29437 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29437, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 29437, SC Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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%
29437, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1650 East Main Street
Dorchester, SC 29437
(843) 462-2470
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 preschools in 29437, SC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 29437, SC include Harleyville Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 29437?
1 public preschools are located in 29437.
What is the racial composition of students in 29437?
29437 public preschools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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