For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,700 students in 29172, SC.
The top ranked public schools in 29172, SC are Herbert A. Wood Elementary School, Congaree Elementary School and Pine Ridge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29172 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29172, SC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29172, SC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Herbert A. Wood Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
737 Pine Ridge Drive
West Columbia, SC 29172
(803) 755-7420
West Columbia, SC 29172
(803) 755-7420
Grades: PK-5
| 962 students
Rank: #22.
Congaree Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1221 Ramblin' Road
West Columbia, SC 29172
(803) 755-7430
West Columbia, SC 29172
(803) 755-7430
Grades: 2-5
| 354 students
Rank: #33.
Pine Ridge Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
735 Pine Ridge Drive
West Columbia, SC 29172
(803) 755-7400
West Columbia, SC 29172
(803) 755-7400
Grades: 6-8
| 384 students
29172, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
739 Pine Ridge Drive
West Columbia, SC 29172
(803) 755-7474
West Columbia, SC 29172
(803) 755-7474
Grades: PK-1
| 594 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29172, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29172, SC include Herbert A. Wood Elementary School, Congaree Elementary School and Pine Ridge Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 29172?
3 public schools are located in 29172.
What is the racial composition of students in 29172?
29172 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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