For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 65 students in 29438, SC.
The top-ranked public school in 29438, SC is Jane Edwards Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 29438 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29438, SC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29438, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jane Edwards Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1960 Jane Edwards Road
Edisto Island, SC 29438
(843) 559-4171
Edisto Island, SC 29438
(843) 559-4171
Gr: PK-6 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
29438, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
42 Station Court
Edisto Island, SC 29438
(843) 782-4515
Edisto Island, SC 29438
(843) 782-4515
Gr: K-6 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29438, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29438, SC include Jane Edwards Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29438?
1 public schools are located in 29438.
What is the racial composition of students in 29438?
29438 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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