For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 601 students in 29936, SC.
Public charter schools in zipcode 29936 have a diversity score of 0.63, which is more than the South Carolina public charter school average of 0.61.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public charter school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 29936, SC Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: n/an/a
Heartwood Community School
Charter School
8575 East Argent Parkway
Ridgeland, SC 29936
(843) 547-8124
Ridgeland, SC 29936
(843) 547-8124
Gr: K-2 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: n/an/a
Polaris Tech Charter School
Charter School
1508 Grays Hwy
Ridgeland, SC 29936
(843) 645-0605
Ridgeland, SC 29936
(843) 645-0605
Gr: K-12 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public charter schools are located in 29936, SC?
2 public charter schools are located in 29936, SC.
What is the racial composition of students in 29936?
29936 public charter schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public charter schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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