For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,674 students in 29123, SC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29123, SC are Forts Pond Elementary School, Pelion Elementary School and Pelion Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29123 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29123, SC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29123, SC Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Forts Pond Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7350 Fish Hatchery Road
Pelion, SC 29123
(803) 821-2500
Pelion, SC 29123
(803) 821-2500
Grades: K-5
| 468 students
Rank: #22.
Pelion Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1202 Pine Street
Pelion, SC 29123
(803) 821-2000
Pelion, SC 29123
(803) 821-2000
Grades: PK-5
| 606 students
Rank: #33.
Pelion Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
758 Magnolia Street
Pelion, SC 29123
(803) 821-2300
Pelion, SC 29123
(803) 821-2300
Grades: 6-8
| 600 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 29123, SC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29123, SC include Forts Pond Elementary School, Pelion Elementary School and Pelion Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29123, SC?
3 public elementary schools are located in 29123, SC.
What is the racial composition of students in 29123, SC?
29123, SC public elementary schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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