For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,754 students in 29169, SC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 29169, SC are East Point Academy and Riverbank Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 29169 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29169, SC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschool average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29169, SC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 752 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Riverbank Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
160 Cougar Drive
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 936-3400
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 936-3400
Gr: PK-5 | 1,002 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
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 preschools in 29169, SC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 29169, SC include East Point Academy and Riverbank Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 29169?
2 public preschools are located in 29169.
What is the racial composition of students in 29169?
29169 public preschools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschools average of 54% (majority Black).
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