For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 682 students in 29488, SC.
The top-ranked public preschool in 29488, SC is Hendersonville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 29488 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29488, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 29488, SC Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hendersonville Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6089 Hendersonville Highway
Walterboro, SC 29488
(843) 782-0027
Walterboro, SC 29488
(843) 782-0027
Gr: PK-5 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: n/an/a
256 Smith Street
Walterboro, SC 29488
(843) 782-4516
Walterboro, SC 29488
(843) 782-4516
Gr: PK-K | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
29488, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
603 Colleton Loop
Walterboro, SC 29488
(843) 782-0021
Walterboro, SC 29488
(843) 782-0021
Gr: 6-8 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
500 Forest Circle
Walterboro, SC 29488
(843) 782-0024
Walterboro, SC 29488
(843) 782-0024
Gr: 6-8 | 681 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 29488, SC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 29488, SC include Hendersonville Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 29488?
2 public preschools are located in 29488.
What is the racial composition of students in 29488?
29488 public preschools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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