For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 429 students in 29070, SC (there are 1 private school, serving 12 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 29070, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public school in 29070, SC is Batesburg-leesville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 29070 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29070, SC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29070, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Batesburg-leesville Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
403 South Lee Street
Leesville, SC 29070
(803) 532-1155
Leesville, SC 29070
(803) 532-1155
Gr: 3-5 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29070, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29070, SC include Batesburg-leesville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29070?
1 public schools are located in 29070.
What percentage of students in 29070 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 29070 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29070?
29070 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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