Best 29829 South Carolina Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,125 students in 29829, SC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 29829, SC are Graniteville Elementary School and Byrd Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 29829 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29829, SC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).

Best 29829, SC Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Graniteville Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1 Willis Circle
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:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1225 Weldon Way
Graniteville, SC 29829
(803) 663-4320
Gr: PK-5 | 708 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 29829, SC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 29829, SC include Graniteville Elementary School and Byrd Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 29829?
2 public preschools are located in 29829.
What is the racial composition of students in 29829?
29829 public preschools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).

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