For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 409 students in 29940, SC.
The top-ranked public preschool in 29940, SC is Whale Branch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 29940 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29940, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 29940, SC Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whale Branch Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
15 Stuart Point Road
Seabrook, SC 29940
(843) 466-1000
Seabrook, SC 29940
(843) 466-1000
Gr: PK-5 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
29940, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
364 Kean Neck Rd
Seabrook, SC 29940
(843) 466-3600
Seabrook, SC 29940
(843) 466-3600
Gr: PK-K | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 29940, SC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 29940, SC include Whale Branch Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 29940?
1 public preschools are located in 29940.
What is the racial composition of students in 29940?
29940 public preschools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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