For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 949 students in 29206, SC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 29206, SC are Brockman Elementary School and Forest Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 29206 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29206, SC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 29206, SC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brockman Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2245 Montclair Drive
Columbia, SC 29206
(803) 790-6743
Columbia, SC 29206
(803) 790-6743
Gr: PK-5 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Forest Lake Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6801 Brookfield Road
Columbia, SC 29206
(803) 782-0470
Columbia, SC 29206
(803) 782-0470
Gr: PK-5 | 652 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 29206, SC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 29206, SC include Brockman Elementary School and Forest Lake Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 29206?
2 public preschools are located in 29206.
What is the racial composition of students in 29206?
29206 public preschools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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