For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 251 students in 29944, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 29944, SC is Varnville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 29944 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29944, SC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29944, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29944, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29944, SC include Varnville Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29944?
1 public elementary schools are located in 29944.
What is the racial composition of students in 29944?
29944 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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