For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 652 students in 29940, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29940, SC are Whale Branch Middle School and Whale Branch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29940 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29940, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29940, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whale Branch Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2009 Trask Parkway
Seabrook, SC 29940
(843) 466-3000
Seabrook, SC 29940
(843) 466-3000
Gr: 6-8 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Whale Branch Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
15 Stuart Point Road
Seabrook, SC 29940
(843) 466-1000
Seabrook, SC 29940
(843) 466-1000
Gr: PK-5 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29940, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29940, SC include Whale Branch Middle School and Whale Branch Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29940?
2 public elementary schools are located in 29940.
What is the racial composition of students in 29940?
29940 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% 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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