For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,327 students in 29506, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29506, SC are Henry Timrod Elementary School, Mclaurin Elementary School and Theodore Lester Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29506 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29506, SC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29506, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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 elementary schools in 29506, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29506, SC include Henry Timrod Elementary School, Mclaurin Elementary School and Theodore Lester Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29506?
3 public elementary schools are located in 29506.
What is the racial composition of students in 29506?
29506 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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