For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 264 students in 29178, SC.
The top-ranked public high school in 29178, SC is Whitmire Community School (High). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 29178 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 76% statewide average). High schools in 29178, SC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29178 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Whitmire Community School (High), with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29178, SC Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whitmire Community School (High)
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2597 Sc Highway 66
Whitmire, SC 29178
(803) 694-2320
Whitmire, SC 29178
(803) 694-2320
Gr: 6-12 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 29178, SC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 29178, SC include Whitmire Community School (High).
How many public high schools are located in 29178?
1 public high schools are located in 29178.
What is the racial composition of students in 29178?
29178 public high schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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