For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,598 students in 29418, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29418, SC are Palmetto Scholars Academy, W. B. Goodwin Elementary School and Jerry Zucker Middle School Of Science. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29418 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29418, SC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29418, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palmetto Scholars Academy
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7499 Dorchester Road
North Charleston, SC 29418
(843) 300-4118
North Charleston, SC 29418
(843) 300-4118
Gr: 6-12 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
W. B. Goodwin Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5501 Dorchester Road
North Charleston, SC 29418
(843) 767-5911
North Charleston, SC 29418
(843) 767-5911
Gr: PK-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Jerry Zucker Middle School Of Science
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6401 Dorchester Road
North Charleston, SC 29418
(843) 767-8383
North Charleston, SC 29418
(843) 767-8383
Gr: 6-8 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: n/an/a
Compass Collegiate Academy
Charter School
5010 Wetland Crossing Road
North Charleston, SC 29418
(843) 410-9765
North Charleston, SC 29418
(843) 410-9765
Gr: K-4 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29418, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29418, SC include Palmetto Scholars Academy, W. B. Goodwin Elementary School and Jerry Zucker Middle School Of Science.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29418?
4 public elementary schools are located in 29418.
What is the racial composition of students in 29418?
29418 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 81% 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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