For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 670 students in 29832, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29832, SC are Johnston-edgefield-trenton Middle School and Johnston Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29832 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29832, SC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29832, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Johnston-edgefield-trenton Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1095 Columbia Road
Johnston, SC 29832
(803) 275-1997
Johnston, SC 29832
(803) 275-1997
Gr: 6-8 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Johnston Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
514 Lee Street
Johnston, SC 29832
(803) 275-1755
Johnston, SC 29832
(803) 275-1755
Gr: PK-5 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29832, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29832, SC include Johnston-edgefield-trenton Middle School and Johnston Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29832?
2 public elementary schools are located in 29832.
What is the racial composition of students in 29832?
29832 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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