For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 278 students in 29475, SC.
The top-ranked public school in 29475, SC is Bells Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 29475 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29475, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29475, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bells Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12088 Bells Highway
Ruffin, SC 29475
(843) 782-0012
Ruffin, SC 29475
(843) 782-0012
Gr: PK-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
29475, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
155 Patriot Ln
Ruffin, SC 29475
(843) 782-0018
Ruffin, SC 29475
(843) 782-0018
Gr: 6-8 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29475, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29475, SC include Bells Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29475?
1 public schools are located in 29475.
What is the racial composition of students in 29475?
29475 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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