For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 146 students in 29720, SC.
The top-ranked public charter school in 29720, SC is Discovery Charter Of Lancaster. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 29720 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the South Carolina public charter school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 57% statewide average). Charter schools in 29720, SC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public charter school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 29720, SC Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Discovery Charter Of Lancaster
Charter School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
302 West Dunlap Street
Lancaster, SC 29720
(803) 285-8430
Lancaster, SC 29720
(803) 285-8430
Gr: K-5 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
29720, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lancaster A V C High School (Closed 2006)
Vocational School
625 Normandy Road
Lancaster, SC 29720
(803) 285-7404
Lancaster, SC 29720
(803) 285-7404
Gr: 9-12
500 Hampton Road
Lancaster, SC 29720
(803) 283-3915
Lancaster, SC 29720
(803) 283-3915
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 29720, SC?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 29720, SC include Discovery Charter Of Lancaster.
How many public charter schools are located in 29720?
1 public charter schools are located in 29720.
What is the racial composition of students in 29720?
29720 public charter schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public charter schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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