For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,189 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 47%), 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 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public preschool average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29690, SC Public Preschools (2025)
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 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
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 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
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 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public preschools average of 54% (majority Black).
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