For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,114 students in 29108, SC (there are 2 private schools, serving 268 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 29108, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 29108, SC are Reuben Elementary School, Boundary St. Elementary School and Gallman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29108 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29108, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29108, SC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Reuben Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3605 Spearman Road
Newberry, SC 29108
(803) 321-2664
Newberry, SC 29108
(803) 321-2664
Gr: PK-5 | 155 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Boundary St. Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1406 Boundary Street
Newberry, SC 29108
(803) 321-2616
Newberry, SC 29108
(803) 321-2616
Gr: PK-5 | 467 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Gallman Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
255 Hawkins Road
Newberry, SC 29108
(803) 321-2655
Newberry, SC 29108
(803) 321-2655
Gr: PK-5 | 435 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Newberry Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
125 O'neal Street
Newberry, SC 29108
(803) 321-2640
Newberry, SC 29108
(803) 321-2640
Gr: 6-8 | 618 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #55.
Newberry Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1829 Nance Street
Newberry, SC 29108
(803) 321-2670
Newberry, SC 29108
(803) 321-2670
Gr: PK-5 | 439 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
Newberry County Career Center
Vocational School
3413 Main Street
Newberry, SC 29108
(803) 321-2674
Newberry, SC 29108
(803) 321-2674
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29108, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29108, SC include Reuben Elementary School, Boundary St. Elementary School and Gallman Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29108?
6 public schools are located in 29108.
What percentage of students in 29108 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 29108 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29108?
29108 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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