For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 3,839 students in 29169, SC.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 29169, SC are Gray Collegiate Academy and East Point Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 29169 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the South Carolina public charter school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 57% statewide average). Charter schools in 29169, SC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public charter school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 29169, SC Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gray Collegiate Academy
Charter School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3833 Leaphart Road
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 951-3321
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 951-3321
Gr: 6-12 | 935 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
East Point Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
Elementary Campus
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 926-5180
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 926-5180
Gr: PK-8 | 724 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
29169, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
114 Hook Avenue
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 739-4075
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 739-4075
Gr: PK-5 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
2325 Platt Springs Rd
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 739-4085
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 739-4085
Gr: PK-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
3035 Leaphart Road
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 739-4090
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 739-4090
Gr: K-5 | 638 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 29169, SC?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 29169, SC include Gray Collegiate Academy and East Point Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 29169?
3 public charter schools are located in 29169.
What is the racial composition of students in 29169?
29169 public charter schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public charter schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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