For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,665 students in 29829, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29829, SC are Graniteville Elementary School, Byrd Elementary School and Leavelle Mccampbell Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29829 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29829, SC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29829, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Graniteville Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1 Willis Circle
Graniteville, SC 29829
(803) 663-9998
Graniteville, SC 29829
(803) 663-9998
Gr: PK-5 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Byrd Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1225 Weldon Way
Graniteville, SC 29829
(803) 663-4320
Graniteville, SC 29829
(803) 663-4320
Gr: PK-5 | 708 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Leavelle Mccampbell Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1120 Weldon Way
Graniteville, SC 29829
(803) 663-4300
Graniteville, SC 29829
(803) 663-4300
Gr: 6-8 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29829, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29829, SC include Graniteville Elementary School, Byrd Elementary School and Leavelle Mccampbell Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29829?
3 public elementary schools are located in 29829.
What is the racial composition of students in 29829?
29829 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 62% 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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