For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,533 students in 29691, SC (there are 2 private schools, serving 11 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 29691, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 29691, SC are Walhalla High School, Walhalla Middle School and James M. Brown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29691 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29691, SC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29691, SC Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walhalla High School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4701 North Highway 11
Walhalla, SC 29691
(864) 886-4490
Walhalla, SC 29691
(864) 886-4490
Gr: 9-12 | 1,118 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Walhalla Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
151 Razorback Lane
Walhalla, SC 29691
(864) 886-4485
Walhalla, SC 29691
(864) 886-4485
Gr: 6-8 | 857 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
James M. Brown Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
225 Coffee Road
Walhalla, SC 29691
(864) 886-4470
Walhalla, SC 29691
(864) 886-4470
Gr: PK-5 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29691, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29691, SC include Walhalla High School, Walhalla Middle School and James M. Brown Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29691?
3 public schools are located in 29691.
What percentage of students in 29691 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 29691 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29691?
29691 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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