For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 223 students in 29128, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29128, SC are Rafting Creek Elementary School and West Lee Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29128 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29128, SC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29128, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rafting Creek Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4100 Highway 261 North
Rembert, SC 29128
(803) 432-2994
Rembert, SC 29128
(803) 432-2994
Gr: PK-5 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
West Lee Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
55 West Lee School Road
Rembert, SC 29128
(803) 428-3147
Rembert, SC 29128
(803) 428-3147
Gr: PK-5 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
29128, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lieber Correctional Institution (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
136 Wilborn Avenue
Rembert, SC 29128
(843) 896-3701
Rembert, SC 29128
(843) 896-3701
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29128, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29128, SC include Rafting Creek Elementary School and West Lee Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29128?
2 public elementary schools are located in 29128.
What is the racial composition of students in 29128?
29128 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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