For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 724 students in 29069, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29069, SC are Lamar-spaulding Elementary School and Spaulding Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29069 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29069, SC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29069, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lamar-spaulding Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5232 Lamar Highway 401
Lamar, SC 29069
(843) 398-6370
Lamar, SC 29069
(843) 398-6370
Gr: PK-5 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Spaulding Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 East Cartersville Highway
Lamar, SC 29069
(843) 326-7625
Lamar, SC 29069
(843) 326-7625
Gr: 6-8 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29069, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29069, SC include Lamar-spaulding Elementary School and Spaulding Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29069?
2 public elementary schools are located in 29069.
What is the racial composition of students in 29069?
29069 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 64% 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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