Best 29717 South Carolina Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 401 students in 29717, SC.
The top-ranked public school in 29717, SC is Hickory Grove-sharon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 29717 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29717, SC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).

Best 29717, SC Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hickory Grove-sharon Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4901 Hickory Grove Road
Hickory Grove, SC 29717
(803) 925-2116
Gr: PK-6 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 29717, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29717, SC include Hickory Grove-sharon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29717?
1 public schools are located in 29717.
What is the racial composition of students in 29717?
29717 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).

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