For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 607 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 33% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), 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 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29809, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 6-8 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Greendale Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
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 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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