For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,528 students in 29160, SC.
The top-ranked public schools in 29160, SC are Swansea High Freshman Academy, Swansea High School and Sandy Run School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29160 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29160, SC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29160, SC Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Swansea High Freshman Academy
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1195 I. W. Hutto Road
Swansea, SC 29160
(803) 490-7006
Swansea, SC 29160
(803) 490-7006
Gr: 9 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Swansea High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 East First Street
Swansea, SC 29160
(803) 490-7007
Swansea, SC 29160
(803) 490-7007
Gr: 9-12 | 695 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Sandy Run School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
450 Old Swamp Road
Swansea, SC 29160
(803) 655-2746
Swansea, SC 29160
(803) 655-2746
Gr: PK-8 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Sandhills Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
130 Lewis Rast Road
Swansea, SC 29160
(803) 490-7003
Swansea, SC 29160
(803) 490-7003
Gr: 3-4 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: n/an/a
140 Lewis Rast Road
Swansea, SC 29160
(803) 490-7002
Swansea, SC 29160
(803) 490-7002
Gr: 1-2 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29160, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29160, SC include Swansea High Freshman Academy, Swansea High School and Sandy Run School.
How many public schools are located in 29160?
5 public schools are located in 29160.
What is the racial composition of students in 29160?
29160 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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