For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,266 students in 29690, SC (there are 1 private school, serving 82 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 29690, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 29690, SC are Travelers Rest High School, Heritage Elementary School and Gateway Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29690 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29690, SC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29690, SC Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Travelers Rest High School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
301 North Main Street
Travelers Rest, SC 29690
(864) 355-0000
Travelers Rest, SC 29690
(864) 355-0000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,277 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Heritage Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1592 Greer Highway
Travelers Rest, SC 29690
(864) 355-6000
Travelers Rest, SC 29690
(864) 355-6000
Gr: PK-5 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Gateway Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
200 Hawkins Road
Travelers Rest, SC 29690
(864) 355-5200
Travelers Rest, SC 29690
(864) 355-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #44.
Northwest Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1606 Greer Highway
Travelers Rest, SC 29690
(864) 355-6900
Travelers Rest, SC 29690
(864) 355-6900
Gr: 6-8 | 783 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
29690, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Wohali Charter Academy (Closed 2011)
Charter School
One Havenwood Ln
Travelers Rest, SC 29690
(843) 834-8013
Travelers Rest, SC 29690
(843) 834-8013
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29690, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29690, SC include Travelers Rest High School, Heritage Elementary School and Gateway Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29690?
4 public schools are located in 29690.
What percentage of students in 29690 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 29690 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29690?
29690 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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