For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,125 students in 29860, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29860, SC are Merriwether Elementary School and Merriwether Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29860 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29860, SC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29860, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Merriwether Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
565 Spring Haven Drive
North Augusta, SC 29860
(803) 279-9993
North Augusta, SC 29860
(803) 279-9993
Gr: PK-5 | 760 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Merriwether Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
430 Murrah Road
North Augusta, SC 29860
(803) 279-2511
North Augusta, SC 29860
(803) 279-2511
Gr: 6-8 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29860, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29860, SC include Merriwether Elementary School and Merriwether Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29860?
2 public elementary schools are located in 29860.
What is the racial composition of students in 29860?
29860 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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