For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 655 students in 29941, SC (there are 1 private school, serving 4 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 29941, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 29941, SC are Whale Branch Middle School and Whale Branch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29941 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 48% statewide average). Schools in 29941, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29941, SC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Whale Branch Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2009 Trask Parkway
Sheldon, SC 29941
(843) 466-3000
Sheldon, SC 29941
(843) 466-3000
Grades: 5-8
| 323 students
Rank: #22.
Whale Branch Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15 Stuart Point Road
Sheldon, SC 29941
(843) 466-1000
Sheldon, SC 29941
(843) 466-1000
Grades: PK-4
| 332 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29941, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29941, SC include Whale Branch Middle School and Whale Branch Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29941, SC?
2 public schools are located in 29941, SC.
What percentage of students in 29941, SC go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 29941, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29941, SC?
29941, SC public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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