For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 572 students in 29571, SC.
The top-ranked public high school in 29571, SC is Marion High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 29571 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 76% statewide average). High schools in 29571, SC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29571 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Marion High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29571, SC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marion High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1205 South Main Street
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 423-2571
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 423-2571
Gr: 9-12 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
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 high schools in 29571, SC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 29571, SC include Marion High School.
How many public high schools are located in 29571?
1 public high schools are located in 29571.
What is the racial composition of students in 29571?
29571 public high schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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