For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,024 students in 29379, SC.
The top-ranked public high school in 29379, SC is Union County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 29379 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 86% (versus the 76% statewide average). High schools in 29379, SC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29379 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Union County High School, with 80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29379, SC Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union County High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1163 Lakeside Drive
Union, SC 29379
(864) 429-1750
Union, SC 29379
(864) 429-1750
Gr: 9-12 | 1,024 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: n/an/a
Union County Career And Technology Center
Vocational School
1165 Lakeside Drive
Union, SC 29379
(864) 429-1765
Union, SC 29379
(864) 429-1765
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Union County Careertech Center
Vocational School
1165 Lakeside Drive
Union, SC 29379
(864) 429-1765
Union, SC 29379
(864) 429-1765
Gr: 9-12
29379, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
212 Culp Street
Union, SC 29379
(864) 429-1725
Union, SC 29379
(864) 429-1725
Gr: 5-6 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 29379, SC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 29379, SC include Union County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 29379?
3 public high schools are located in 29379.
What is the racial composition of students in 29379?
29379 public high schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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