For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 764 students in 29486, SC.
The top-ranked public charter school in 29486, SC is Berkeley Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 29486 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the South Carolina public charter school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 57% statewide average). Charter schools in 29486, SC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public charter school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 29486, SC Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Berkeley Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
122 Bee Tree Lane
Summerville, SC 29486
(843) 832-7921
Summerville, SC 29486
(843) 832-7921
Gr: K-8 | 764 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 29486, SC?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 29486, SC include Berkeley Preparatory Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 29486?
1 public charter schools are located in 29486.
What is the racial composition of students in 29486?
29486 public charter schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public charter schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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