For the 2025 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 (2025)
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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