For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 543 students in 29585, SC.
The top-ranked public preschool in 29585, SC is Waccamaw Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 29585 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29585, SC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 29585, SC Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waccamaw Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1364 Waverly Road
Pawleys Island, SC 29585
(843) 237-4233
Pawleys Island, SC 29585
(843) 237-4233
Gr: PK-3 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 29585, SC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 29585, SC include Waccamaw Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 29585?
1 public preschools are located in 29585.
What is the racial composition of students in 29585?
29585 public preschools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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