For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,730 students in 29646, SC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 29646, SC are Mathews Elementary School, Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary School and Woodfields Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 29646 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29646, SC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 29646, SC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mathews Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
725 Marshall Road
Greenwood, SC 29646
(864) 941-5680
Greenwood, SC 29646
(864) 941-5680
Gr: PK-5 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1608 Florida Avenue
Greenwood, SC 29646
(864) 941-5535
Greenwood, SC 29646
(864) 941-5535
Gr: PK-5 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
Woodfields Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1032 Emerald Road
Greenwood, SC 29646
(864) 941-5540
Greenwood, SC 29646
(864) 941-5540
Gr: PK-5 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 29646, SC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 29646, SC include Mathews Elementary School, Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary School and Woodfields Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 29646?
3 public preschools are located in 29646.
What is the racial composition of students in 29646?
29646 public preschools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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