For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,413 students in 29418, SC (there are 3 private schools, serving 489 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 29418, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 29418, SC are Rb Stall High School, Palmetto Scholars Academy and W. B. Goodwin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29418 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29418, SC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29418, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rb Stall High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3625 Ashley Phosphate Road
North Charleston, SC 29418
(843) 764-2200
North Charleston, SC 29418
(843) 764-2200
Gr: 9-12 | 2,025 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Palmetto Scholars Academy
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7499 Dorchester Road
North Charleston, SC 29418
(843) 300-4118
North Charleston, SC 29418
(843) 300-4118
Gr: 6-12 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
W. B. Goodwin Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5501 Dorchester Road
North Charleston, SC 29418
(843) 767-5911
North Charleston, SC 29418
(843) 767-5911
Gr: PK-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Jerry Zucker Middle School Of Science
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6401 Dorchester Road
North Charleston, SC 29418
(843) 767-8383
North Charleston, SC 29418
(843) 767-8383
Gr: 6-8 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
29418, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7350 Cross County Road
North Charleston, SC 29418
(803) 625-4135
North Charleston, SC 29418
(803) 625-4135
Gr: K-5 | 84 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29418, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29418, SC include Rb Stall High School, Palmetto Scholars Academy and W. B. Goodwin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29418?
4 public schools are located in 29418.
What percentage of students in 29418 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 29418 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29418?
29418 public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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