Best 29223 South Carolina Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,771 students in 29223, SC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 29223, SC are Richland Northeast High School and Sc Whitmore School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 29223 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 76% statewide average). High schools in 29223, SC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29223 have a Graduation Rate of 73%, which is less than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Richland Northeast High School, with 75% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).

Best 29223, SC Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richland Northeast High School
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
7500 Brookfield Road
Columbia, SC 29223
(803) 699-2800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,340 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Sc Whitmore School
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
501 Commerce Drive Ne
Columbia, SC 29223
(803) 476-6416
Gr: 9-12 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 28%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 29223, SC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 29223, SC include Richland Northeast High School and Sc Whitmore School.
How many public high schools are located in 29223?
2 public high schools are located in 29223.
What is the racial composition of students in 29223?
29223 public high schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).

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