For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 5,091 students in 29456, SC.
The top ranked public schools in 29456, SC are Joseph R. Pye Elementary School, Oakbrook Elementary School and Oakbrook Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29456 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29456, SC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29456, SC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Joseph R. Pye Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9701 Patriot Boulevard
Ladson, SC 29456
(843) 695-2979
Ladson, SC 29456
(843) 695-2979
Grades: PK-5
| 821 students
Rank: #22.
Oakbrook Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
306 Old Fort Drive
Ladson, SC 29456
(843) 821-1165
Ladson, SC 29456
(843) 821-1165
Grades: PK-5
| 597 students
Rank: #33.
Oakbrook Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
286 Old Fort Road
Ladson, SC 29456
(843) 873-9750
Ladson, SC 29456
(843) 873-9750
Grades: 6-8
| 1,178 students
Rank: #44.
Ladson Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3321 Ladson Road
Ladson, SC 29456
(843) 764-2225
Ladson, SC 29456
(843) 764-2225
Grades: PK-5
| 844 students
Rank: #55.
College Park Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
713 College Park Road
Ladson, SC 29456
(843) 553-8300
Ladson, SC 29456
(843) 553-8300
Grades: 6-8
| 798 students
Rank: #66.
College Park Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 Davidson Drive
Ladson, SC 29456
(843) 797-2711
Ladson, SC 29456
(843) 797-2711
Grades: PK-5
| 853 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29456, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29456, SC include Joseph R. Pye Elementary School, Oakbrook Elementary School and Oakbrook Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 29456, SC?
6 public schools are located in 29456, SC.
What is the racial composition of students in 29456, SC?
29456, SC public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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