For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,574 students in 29829, SC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29829, SC are Graniteville Elementary School, Byrd Elementary School and Leavelle Mccampbell Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29829 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29829, SC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29829, SC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Graniteville Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1 Willis Circle
Graniteville, SC 29829
(803) 564-1058
Graniteville, SC 29829
(803) 564-1058
Gr: PK-5 | 381 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Byrd Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1225 Weldon Way
Graniteville, SC 29829
(803) 663-4320
Graniteville, SC 29829
(803) 663-4320
Gr: PK-5 | 690 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
Leavelle Mccampbell Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1120 Weldon Way
Graniteville, SC 29829
(803) 663-4300
Graniteville, SC 29829
(803) 663-4300
Gr: 6-8 | 503 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 29829, SC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29829, SC include Graniteville Elementary School, Byrd Elementary School and Leavelle Mccampbell Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29829?
3 public elementary schools are located in 29829.
What is the racial composition of students in 29829?
29829 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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