For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 626 students in 29941, SC.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 29941 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29941, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29941, SC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Whale Branch Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2009 Trask Parkway
Sheldon, SC 29941
(843) 466-3000
Sheldon, SC 29941
(843) 466-3000
Grades: 6-8
| 226 students
Rank: #22.
Whale Branch Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
15 Stuart Point Road
Sheldon, SC 29941
(843) 466-1000
Sheldon, SC 29941
(843) 466-1000
Grades: PK-5
| 400 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 29941, SC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29941, SC include Whale Branch Middle School and Whale Branch Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29941?
2 public elementary schools are located in 29941.
What is the racial composition of students in 29941?
29941 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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