For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 770 students in 29860, SC.
The top-ranked public preschool in 29860, SC is Merriwether Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 29860 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29860, SC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public preschool average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29860, SC Public Preschools (2025-26)
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 | 770 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
29860, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 29860, SC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 29860, SC include Merriwether Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 29860?
1 public preschools are located in 29860.
What is the racial composition of students in 29860?
29860 public preschools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public preschools average of 54% (majority Black).
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