For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 597 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 77% 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 86% 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 (2025-26)
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 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
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 86% 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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