For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,106 students in 29565, SC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29565, SC are Latta Elementary School and Latta Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29565 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29565, SC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29565, SC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Latta Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 Viking Drive
Latta, SC 29565
(843) 752-5295
Latta, SC 29565
(843) 752-5295
Grades: PK-4
| 636 students
Rank: #22.
Latta Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
612 North Richardson Street
Latta, SC 29565
(843) 752-7117
Latta, SC 29565
(843) 752-7117
Grades: 5-8
| 470 students
29565, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
134 Latimer Street
Latta, SC 29565
(843) 752-2711
Latta, SC 29565
(843) 752-2711
Grades: PK-1
| 340 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 29565, SC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29565, SC include Latta Elementary School and Latta Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29565?
2 public elementary schools are located in 29565.
What is the racial composition of students in 29565?
29565 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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