For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,677 students in 29571, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29571, SC are Marion Intermediate, Creek Bridge Stem Academy and Johnakin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29571 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29571, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29571, SC Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marion Intermediate
(Math: 20% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2320 North Highway 41-a
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 423-8345
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 423-8345
Gr: 3-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Creek Bridge Stem Academy
(Math: 14% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6641 South Highway 41
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 362-3500
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 362-3500
Gr: PK-8 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Johnakin Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
601 Gurley Street
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 423-8360
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 423-8360
Gr: 6-8 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: n/an/a
600 East Northside Avenue
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 423-8335
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 423-8335
Gr: PK-2 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
29571, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6641 South Highway 41
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 362-3500
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 362-3500
Gr: 6-12 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29571, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29571, SC include Marion Intermediate, Creek Bridge Stem Academy and Johnakin Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29571?
4 public elementary schools are located in 29571.
What is the racial composition of students in 29571?
29571 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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