Best 29691 South Carolina Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,415 students in 29691, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29691, SC are Walhalla Middle School and James M. Brown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29691 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29691, SC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 54% (majority Black).

Best 29691, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walhalla Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
151 Razorback Lane
Walhalla, SC 29691
(864) 886-4485
Gr: 6-8 | 857 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
James M. Brown Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
225 Coffee Road
Walhalla, SC 29691
(864) 886-4470
Gr: PK-5 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 40%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29691, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29691, SC include Walhalla Middle School and James M. Brown Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29691?
2 public elementary schools are located in 29691.
What is the racial composition of students in 29691?
29691 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Black).

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