For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,112 students in 29902, SC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29902, SC are Beaufort Elementary School, Mossy Oaks Elementary School and Beaufort Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29902 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29902, SC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29902, SC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Beaufort Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1800 Prince Street
Beaufort, SC 29902
(843) 322-2600
Beaufort, SC 29902
(843) 322-2600
Grades: PK-5
| 376 students
Rank: #22.
Mossy Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2510 Mossy Oaks Road
Beaufort, SC 29902
(843) 322-2900
Beaufort, SC 29902
(843) 322-2900
Grades: PK-5
| 365 students
Rank: #33.
Beaufort Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2501 Mossy Oaks Boulevard
Beaufort, SC 29902
(843) 322-5700
Beaufort, SC 29902
(843) 322-5700
Grades: 6-8
| 371 students
29902, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2900 Mink Point Blvd
Beaufort, SC 29902
(843) 322-0733
Beaufort, SC 29902
(843) 322-0733
Grades: 6-12
| 68 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 29902, SC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29902, SC include Beaufort Elementary School, Mossy Oaks Elementary School and Beaufort Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29902?
3 public elementary schools are located in 29902.
What is the racial composition of students in 29902?
29902 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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