For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 895 students in 29161, SC.
The top ranked public schools in 29161, SC are Timmonsville High School, Brockington Elementary School and Johnson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29161 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29161, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29161, SC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Timmonsville High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
304 Kemper Street
Timmonsville, SC 29161
(843) 346-3956
Timmonsville, SC 29161
(843) 346-3956
Grades: 9-12
| 163 students
Rank: #22.
Brockington Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
304 Kemper Street
Timmonsville, SC 29161
(843) 346-3956
Timmonsville, SC 29161
(843) 346-3956
Grades: PK-5
| 298 students
Rank: #33.
Johnson Middle School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
304 Kemper Street
Timmonsville, SC 29161
(843) 346-3956
Timmonsville, SC 29161
(843) 346-3956
Grades: 6-8
| 124 students
Rank: n/an/a
Brockington Elementary Magnet
Magnet School
304 Kemper Street
Timmonsville, SC 29161
(843) 346-3956
Timmonsville, SC 29161
(843) 346-3956
Grades: PK-5
| 310 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29161, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29161, SC include Timmonsville High School, Brockington Elementary School and Johnson Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 29161?
4 public schools are located in 29161.
What is the racial composition of students in 29161?
29161 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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