For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,894 students in 29693, SC (there are 3 private schools, serving 99 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 29693, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 29693, SC are West-oak High School, Fair-oak Elementary School and Westminster Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29693 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29693, SC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29693, SC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West-oak High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
130 Warrior Lane
Westminster, SC 29693
(864) 886-4530
Westminster, SC 29693
(864) 886-4530
Grades: 9-12
| 802 students
Rank: #22.
Fair-oak Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1964 Oakway Road
Westminster, SC 29693
(864) 886-4505
Westminster, SC 29693
(864) 886-4505
Grades: PK-5
| 602 students
Rank: #33.
Westminster Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
206 Hamilton Street
Westminster, SC 29693
(864) 886-4520
Westminster, SC 29693
(864) 886-4520
Grades: PK-5
| 368 students
Rank: #44.
West Oak Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
501 Westminster Highway
Westminster, SC 29693
(864) 886-4525
Westminster, SC 29693
(864) 886-4525
Grades: 6-8
| 703 students
Rank: #55.
Orchard Park Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
600 Toccoa Highway
Westminster, SC 29693
(864) 886-4515
Westminster, SC 29693
(864) 886-4515
Grades: PK-5
| 419 students
Rank: n/an/a
Hamilton Career And Technology Center
Vocational School
445 Oconee Business Parkway
Westminster, SC 29693
(864) 886-4425
Westminster, SC 29693
(864) 886-4425
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
29693, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
150 Schoolhouse Road
Westminster, SC 29693
(864) 886-4510
Westminster, SC 29693
(864) 886-4510
Grades: 4-5
| 172 students
150-b School House Rd.
Westminster, SC 29693
(864) 972-9531
Westminster, SC 29693
(864) 972-9531
Grades: 6-8
| 372 students
501 Walhalla Road
Westminster, SC 29693
(864) 647-3050
Westminster, SC 29693
(864) 647-3050
Grades: 6-8
| 446 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29693, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29693, SC include West-oak High School, Fair-oak Elementary School and Westminster Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29693, SC?
6 public schools are located in 29693, SC.
What percentage of students in 29693, SC go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 29693, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29693, SC?
29693, SC public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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