For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,206 students in 29690, SC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 29690, SC are 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 preschools in zipcode 29690 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29690, SC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 29690, SC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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%
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 preschools in 29690, SC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 29690, SC include Heritage Elementary School and Gateway Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 29690?
2 public preschools are located in 29690.
What is the racial composition of students in 29690?
29690 public preschools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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