Best 29560 South Carolina Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 877 students in 29560, SC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 29560, SC are Lake City High School and J. Paul Truluck Creative Arts And Science Magnet. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 29560 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 76% statewide average). High schools in 29560, SC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29560 have a Graduation Rate of 71%, which is less than the South Carolina average of 84%.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).

Best 29560, SC Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake City High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
652 North Matthews Road
Lake City, SC 29560
(843) 374-3321
Gr: 9-12 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
J. Paul Truluck Creative Arts And Science Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
319 Carlisle Street
Lake City, SC 29560
(843) 374-8685
Gr: 7-12 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 29560, SC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 29560, SC include Lake City High School and J. Paul Truluck Creative Arts And Science Magnet.
How many public high schools are located in 29560?
2 public high schools are located in 29560.
What is the racial composition of students in 29560?
29560 public high schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).

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