For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,640 students in 29642, SC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 29642, SC are Hunt Meadows Elementary School, Forest Acres Elementary School and West End Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 29642 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29642, SC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 29642, SC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hunt Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
420 Hunt Road
Easley, SC 29642
(864) 850-3987
Easley, SC 29642
(864) 850-3987
Gr: PK-5 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Forest Acres Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 Mcalister Road
Easley, SC 29642
(864) 397-1800
Easley, SC 29642
(864) 397-1800
Gr: PK-5 | 677 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
West End Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
314 Pelzer Highway
Easley, SC 29642
(864) 397-2500
Easley, SC 29642
(864) 397-2500
Gr: PK-5 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
535 Powdersville Main
Easley, SC 29642
(864) 269-4571
Easley, SC 29642
(864) 269-4571
Gr: PK-2 | 765 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 29642, SC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 29642, SC include Hunt Meadows Elementary School, Forest Acres Elementary School and West End Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 29642?
4 public preschools are located in 29642.
What is the racial composition of students in 29642?
29642 public preschools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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