For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 568 students in 29809, SC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29809, SC are New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle School and Greendale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29809 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29809, SC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29809, SC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
814 Main Street South
New Ellenton, SC 29809
(803) 652-8200
New Ellenton, SC 29809
(803) 652-8200
Grades: 6-8
| 271 students
Rank: #22.
Greendale Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
505 South Boundary Avenue
New Ellenton, SC 29809
(803) 652-8170
New Ellenton, SC 29809
(803) 652-8170
Grades: PK-5
| 297 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 29809, SC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29809, SC include New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle School and Greendale Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29809?
2 public elementary schools are located in 29809.
What is the racial composition of students in 29809?
29809 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 58% 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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