Best 29611 South Carolina Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 3,592 students in 29611, SC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 29611, SC are Powdersville High School, Carolina Academy (High) and Legacy Early College. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 29611 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 76% statewide average). High schools in 29611, SC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29611 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is equal to the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Legacy Early College, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).

Best 29611, SC Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Powdersville High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
145 Hood Road
Greenville, SC 29611
(864) 312-5641
Gr: 9-12 | 1,024 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Carolina Academy (High)
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2725 Anderson Road
Greenville, SC 29611
(864) 355-2300
Gr: 9-12 | 976 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Legacy Early College
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
900 Woodside Avenue
Greenville, SC 29611
(864) 248-0646
Gr: PK-12 | 1,592 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 29611, SC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 29611, SC include Powdersville High School, Carolina Academy (High) and Legacy Early College.
How many public high schools are located in 29611?
3 public high schools are located in 29611.
What is the racial composition of students in 29611?
29611 public high schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).

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