For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,609 students in 29566, SC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 29566, SC are Waterway Elementary School and Riverside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 29566 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29566, SC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 29566, SC Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waterway Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
700 Sandridge Road
Little River, SC 29566
(843) 399-2204
Little River, SC 29566
(843) 399-2204
Gr: PK-5 | 912 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1287 Highway 57 South
Little River, SC 29566
(843) 399-8800
Little River, SC 29566
(843) 399-8800
Gr: PK-5 | 697 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 29566, SC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 29566, SC include Waterway Elementary School and Riverside Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 29566?
2 public preschools are located in 29566.
What is the racial composition of students in 29566?
29566 public preschools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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