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Best 29224 South Carolina Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 216 students in 29224, SC.

The top-ranked public school in 29224, SC is Palmetto Achievement Center For Excellence Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public school in zipcode 29224 have an score of 8% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and score of 17% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29224, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.

Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).

Best 29224, SC Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Palmetto Achievement Center For Excellence Academy

Charter School

(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
:

Bottom 50%

6015 N Main Street
Columbia, SC 29224
(803) 900-0664

Gr: 2-8 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 51%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 29224, SC?

The top-ranked public schools in 29224, SC include Palmetto Achievement Center For Excellence Academy.

How many public schools are located in 29224?

1 public schools are located in 29224.

What is the racial composition of students in 29224?

29224 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).