For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 633 students in 29340, SC.
The top-ranked public high school in 29340, SC is Cherokee Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 29340 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 76% statewide average). High schools in 29340, SC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public high schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29340, SC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cherokee Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3206 Cherokee Avenue
Gaffney, SC 29340
(864) 489-7198
Gaffney, SC 29340
(864) 489-7198
Gr: PK-9 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 29340, SC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 29340, SC include Cherokee Charter Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 29340?
1 public high schools are located in 29340.
What is the racial composition of students in 29340?
29340 public high schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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