For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,107 students in 29944, SC.
The top-ranked public schools in 29944, SC are Varnville Elementary School, Hampton County High School and North District Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29944 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29944, SC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29944, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Varnville Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
395 Pine Street East
Varnville, SC 29944
(803) 943-2376
Varnville, SC 29944
(803) 943-2376
Gr: PK-3 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Hampton County High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
115 Airport Road Avenue
Varnville, SC 29944
(803) 943-3568
Varnville, SC 29944
(803) 943-3568
Gr: 9-12 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #33.
North District Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
611 Tillman Avenue
Varnville, SC 29944
(803) 943-3507
Varnville, SC 29944
(803) 943-3507
Gr: 7-8 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29944, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29944, SC include Varnville Elementary School, Hampton County High School and North District Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 29944?
3 public schools are located in 29944.
What is the racial composition of students in 29944?
29944 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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