For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,759 students in 29078, SC.
The top-ranked public high school in 29078, SC is Lugoff-elgin High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 29078 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 76% statewide average). High schools in 29078, SC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29078 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is equal to the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lugoff-elgin High School, with 84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29078, SC Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lugoff-elgin High School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1284 Highway 1 South
Lugoff, SC 29078
(803) 438-3481
Lugoff, SC 29078
(803) 438-3481
Gr: 9-12 | 1,759 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 29078, SC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 29078, SC include Lugoff-elgin High School.
How many public high schools are located in 29078?
1 public high schools are located in 29078.
What is the racial composition of students in 29078?
29078 public high schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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