For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 608 students in 29133, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29133, SC are Bethune-bowman Middle/high and Bethune-bowman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29133 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29133, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29133, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bethune-bowman Middle/high
(Math: 19% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4857 Charleston Highway
Rowesville, SC 29133
(803) 516-6011
Rowesville, SC 29133
(803) 516-6011
Gr: 6-12 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Bethune-bowman Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4857 Charleston Highway
Rowesville, SC 29133
(803) 533-6371
Rowesville, SC 29133
(803) 533-6371
Gr: PK-5 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29133, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29133, SC include Bethune-bowman Middle/high and Bethune-bowman Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29133?
2 public elementary schools are located in 29133.
What is the racial composition of students in 29133?
29133 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% 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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