For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 174 students in 29472, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 29472, SC is Clay Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 29472 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29472, SC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29472, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clay Hill Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
387 South Railroad Avenue
Ridgeville, SC 29472
(843) 851-7386
Ridgeville, SC 29472
(843) 851-7386
Gr: PK-5 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
29472, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
387 South Railroad Ave
Ridgeville, SC 29472
(843) 851-7386
Ridgeville, SC 29472
(843) 851-7386
Gr: 6-8 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29472, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29472, SC include Clay Hill Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29472?
1 public elementary schools are located in 29472.
What is the racial composition of students in 29472?
29472 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 74% 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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