For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,700 students in 29506, SC (there are 2 private schools, serving 28 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 29506, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 29506, SC are Wilson High School, Henry Timrod Elementary School and Mclaurin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29506 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29506, SC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29506, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wilson High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1411 Old Marion Highway
Florence, SC 29506
(843) 664-8440
Florence, SC 29506
(843) 664-8440
Gr: 9-12 | 1,373 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Henry Timrod Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1901 East Old Marion Highway
Florence, SC 29506
(843) 664-8454
Florence, SC 29506
(843) 664-8454
Gr: K-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
Mclaurin Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Mcmillan Lane
Florence, SC 29506
(843) 664-8457
Florence, SC 29506
(843) 664-8457
Gr: PK-2 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #44.
Theodore Lester Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3501 East Palmetto Street
Florence, SC 29506
(843) 664-8459
Florence, SC 29506
(843) 664-8459
Gr: 3-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29506, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29506, SC include Wilson High School, Henry Timrod Elementary School and Mclaurin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29506?
4 public schools are located in 29506.
What percentage of students in 29506 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 29506 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29506?
29506 public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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