Best 29666 South Carolina Public Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,359 students in 29666, SC.
The top-ranked public schools in 29666, SC are Ninety Six High School, Ninety Six Elementary School and Edgewood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29666 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29666, SC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).

Best 29666, SC Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ninety Six High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
640 South Cambridge Street
Ninety Six, SC 29666
(864) 543-2911
Gr: 9-12 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Ninety Six Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
810 Johnston Road
Ninety Six, SC 29666
(864) 543-4995
Gr: 3-5 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Edgewood Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
644 South Cambridge Street
Ninety Six, SC 29666
(864) 543-3511
Gr: 6-8 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: n/an/a
121 South Cambridge Street
Ninety Six, SC 29666
(864) 543-3112
Gr: PK-2 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 29666, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29666, SC include Ninety Six High School, Ninety Six Elementary School and Edgewood Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 29666?
4 public schools are located in 29666.
What is the racial composition of students in 29666?
29666 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).

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