For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,232 students in 29479, SC (there are 1 private school, serving 33 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 29479, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 29479, SC are Timberland High School, St. Stephen Elementary School and St. Stephen Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29479 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29479, SC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29479, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Timberland High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1418 Gravel Hill Road
Saint Stephen, SC 29479
(843) 567-8110
Saint Stephen, SC 29479
(843) 567-8110
Gr: 9-12 | 724 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
St. Stephen Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1053 Russellville Road
Saint Stephen, SC 29479
(843) 567-2813
Saint Stephen, SC 29479
(843) 567-2813
Gr: PK-5 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
St. Stephen Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
225 Carolina Avenue
Saint Stephen, SC 29479
(843) 567-3128
Saint Stephen, SC 29479
(843) 567-3128
Gr: 6-8 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29479, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29479, SC include Timberland High School, St. Stephen Elementary School and St. Stephen Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 29479?
3 public schools are located in 29479.
What percentage of students in 29479 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 29479 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29479?
29479 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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