For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 356 students in 29059, SC (there are 1 private school, serving 320 private students). 53% of all K-12 students in 29059, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public school in 29059, SC is Holly Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 29059 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29059, SC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29059, SC Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Holly Hill Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1490 Brant Avenue
Holly Hill, SC 29059
(803) 496-3464
Holly Hill, SC 29059
(803) 496-3464
Gr: PK-5 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
29059, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
530 Hesseman Ave
Holly Hill, SC 29059
(803) 496-1566
Holly Hill, SC 29059
(803) 496-1566
Gr: 6-8 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 37:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29059, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29059, SC include Holly Hill Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29059?
1 public schools are located in 29059.
What percentage of students in 29059 go to public school?
53% of all K-12 students in 29059 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29059?
29059 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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