For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,635 students in 29054, SC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 29054, SC are Centerville Elementary School and Gilbert Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 29054 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29054, SC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 29054, SC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Centerville Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4147 Augusta Highway
Gilbert, SC 29054
(803) 821-1610
Gilbert, SC 29054
(803) 821-1610
Gr: PK-5 | 812 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Gilbert Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
320 Main Street
Gilbert, SC 29054
(803) 821-1600
Gilbert, SC 29054
(803) 821-1600
Gr: PK-5 | 823 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 29054, SC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 29054, SC include Centerville Elementary School and Gilbert Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 29054?
2 public preschools are located in 29054.
What is the racial composition of students in 29054?
29054 public preschools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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