For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 637 students in 29853, SC (there are 1 private school, serving 42 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 29853, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
Public schools in zipcode 29853 have a diversity score of 0.53, which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 0.67.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29853, SC Public Schools (2026-27)
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1071 Elko Street
Williston, SC 29853
(803) 266-3737
Williston, SC 29853
(803) 266-3737
Gr: PK-5 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
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12233 Main Street
Williston, SC 29853
(803) 266-3110
Williston, SC 29853
(803) 266-3110
Gr: 9-12 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
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12233 Main Street
Williston, SC 29853
(803) 266-3430
Williston, SC 29853
(803) 266-3430
Gr: 6-8 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public schools are located in 29853, SC?
3 public schools are located in 29853, SC.
What percentage of students in 29853 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 29853 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29853?
29853 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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