For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 826 students in 29718, SC (there are 1 private school, serving 12 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 29718, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 29718, SC are Jefferson Elementary School and New Heights Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29718 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29718, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29718, SC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
809 West Elizabeth Street
Jefferson, SC 29718
(843) 658-3295
Jefferson, SC 29718
(843) 658-3295
Gr: PK-5 | 326 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
New Heights Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5738 Highway 151
Jefferson, SC 29718
(843) 658-6830
Jefferson, SC 29718
(843) 658-6830
Gr: 6-8 | 500 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29718, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29718, SC include Jefferson Elementary School and New Heights Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 29718?
2 public schools are located in 29718.
What percentage of students in 29718 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 29718 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29718?
29718 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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