For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 379 students in 29056, SC.
The top-ranked public schools in 29056, SC are Greeleyville Steam Academy and C. E. Murray Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29056 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29056, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29056, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Greeleyville Steam Academy
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7 Varner Avenue
Greeleyville, SC 29056
(843) 426-2116
Greeleyville, SC 29056
(843) 426-2116
Gr: PK-4 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
C. E. Murray Middle School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
222-a C.e. Murray Boulevard
Greeleyville, SC 29056
(843) 426-2121
Greeleyville, SC 29056
(843) 426-2121
Gr: 5-8 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29056, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29056, SC include Greeleyville Steam Academy and C. E. Murray Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 29056?
2 public schools are located in 29056.
What is the racial composition of students in 29056?
29056 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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