For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,909 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 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29670, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-6 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
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
Gr: PK-6 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
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
Gr: 7-8 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
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
Gr: PK-6 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
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 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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