For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 643 students in 29356, SC (there are 1 private school, serving 118 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 29356, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 29356, SC are O. P. Earle Elementary School and Landrum Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29356 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29356, SC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29356, SC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
O. P. Earle Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 Redland Road
Landrum, SC 29356
(864) 457-3416
Landrum, SC 29356
(864) 457-3416
Grades: PK-5
| 441 students
Rank: #22.
Landrum Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
104 Redland Road
Landrum, SC 29356
(864) 457-2629
Landrum, SC 29356
(864) 457-2629
Grades: 6-8
| 202 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29356, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29356, SC include O. P. Earle Elementary School and Landrum Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 29356, SC?
2 public schools are located in 29356, SC.
What percentage of students in 29356, SC go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 29356, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29356, SC?
29356, SC public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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