For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,605 students in 29678, SC (there are 2 private schools, serving 157 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 29678, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 29678, SC are Seneca High School, Northside Elementary School and Ravenel Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29678 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29678, SC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29678, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Seneca High School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
100 Bobcat Ridge
Seneca, SC 29678
(864) 886-4460
Seneca, SC 29678
(864) 886-4460
Gr: 9-12 | 1,051 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Northside Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
710 North Townville Street
Seneca, SC 29678
(864) 886-4445
Seneca, SC 29678
(864) 886-4445
Gr: PK-5 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Ravenel Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
150 Ravenel School Road
Seneca, SC 29678
(864) 886-4450
Seneca, SC 29678
(864) 886-4450
Gr: PK-5 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #44.
Seneca Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
15440 Wells Hwy
Seneca, SC 29678
(864) 886-4455
Seneca, SC 29678
(864) 886-4455
Gr: 6-8 | 829 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #55.
Blue Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
995 South Oak Street
Seneca, SC 29678
(864) 886-4550
Seneca, SC 29678
(864) 886-4550
Gr: PK-5 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
29678, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
315 Holland Avenue
Seneca, SC 29678
(864) 886-4435
Seneca, SC 29678
(864) 886-4435
Gr: PK-5 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
500 Adams Street
Seneca, SC 29678
(864) 886-4440
Seneca, SC 29678
(864) 886-4440
Gr: PK-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29678, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29678, SC include Seneca High School, Northside Elementary School and Ravenel Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29678?
5 public schools are located in 29678.
What percentage of students in 29678 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 29678 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29678?
29678 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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