For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,905 students in 29670, SC.
The top ranked public schools in 29670, SC are La France Elementary School, Mt. Lebanon Elementary School and Riverside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29670 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29670, SC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29670, SC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
La France Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
550 Williams Street
Pendleton, SC 29670
(864) 403-2300
Pendleton, SC 29670
(864) 403-2300
Grades: PK-6
| 453 students
Rank: #22.
Mt. Lebanon Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2850 Lebanon Road
Pendleton, SC 29670
(864) 403-2400
Pendleton, SC 29670
(864) 403-2400
Grades: PK-6
| 491 students
Rank: #33.
Riverside Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
458 Riverside Street
Pendleton, SC 29670
(864) 403-2200
Pendleton, SC 29670
(864) 403-2200
Grades: 7-8
| 429 students
Rank: #44.
Pendleton Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
902 East Queen Street
Pendleton, SC 29670
(864) 403-2500
Pendleton, SC 29670
(864) 403-2500
Grades: PK-6
| 532 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29670, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29670, SC include La France Elementary School, Mt. Lebanon Elementary School and Riverside Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 29670?
4 public schools are located in 29670.
What is the racial composition of students in 29670?
29670 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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