For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,120 students in 29123, SC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 29123, SC are Forts Pond Elementary School and Pelion Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 29123 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29123, SC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 29123, SC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forts Pond Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7350 Fish Hatchery Road
Pelion, SC 29123
(803) 821-2500
Pelion, SC 29123
(803) 821-2500
Gr: PK-5 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Pelion Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1202 Pine Street
Pelion, SC 29123
(803) 821-2000
Pelion, SC 29123
(803) 821-2000
Gr: PK-5 | 642 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 29123, SC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 29123, SC include Forts Pond Elementary School and Pelion Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 29123?
2 public preschools are located in 29123.
What is the racial composition of students in 29123?
29123 public preschools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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