For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,376 students in 29671, SC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 29671, SC are Ambler Elementary School, Hagood Elementary School and Pickens Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 29671 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29671, SC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 29671, SC Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ambler Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
838 Ambler School Road
Pickens, SC 29671
(864) 397-1200
Pickens, SC 29671
(864) 397-1200
Gr: PK-5 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Hagood Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
435 Sparks Lane
Pickens, SC 29671
(864) 397-1900
Pickens, SC 29671
(864) 397-1900
Gr: PK-5 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Pickens Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
567 Hampton Avenue
Pickens, SC 29671
(864) 397-2300
Pickens, SC 29671
(864) 397-2300
Gr: PK-5 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
29671, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1755 Shady Grove Road
Pickens, SC 29671
(864) 397-1300
Pickens, SC 29671
(864) 397-1300
Gr: PK-5 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
120 Holly Springs School Road
Pickens, SC 29671
(864) 397-2000
Pickens, SC 29671
(864) 397-2000
Gr: PK-5 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 29671, SC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 29671, SC include Ambler Elementary School, Hagood Elementary School and Pickens Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 29671?
3 public preschools are located in 29671.
What is the racial composition of students in 29671?
29671 public preschools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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