For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,633 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 22% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), 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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29123, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forts Pond Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7350 Fish Hatchery Road
Pelion, SC 29123
(803) 821-2500
Pelion, SC 29123
(803) 821-2500
Gr: PK-5 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Pelion Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1202 Pine Street
Pelion, SC 29123
(803) 821-2000
Pelion, SC 29123
(803) 821-2000
Gr: PK-5 | 642 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Pelion Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
325 Main Street
Pelion, SC 29123
(803) 821-2300
Pelion, SC 29123
(803) 821-2300
Gr: 6-8 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
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?
3 public elementary schools are located in 29123.
What is the racial composition of students in 29123?
29123 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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