For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,654 students in 29115, SC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29115, SC are Brookdale Elementary School, Whittaker Elementary School and Sheridan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29115 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29115, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29115, SC Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Brookdale Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
394 Brookdale Drive
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 534-5982
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 534-5982
Grades: PK-5
| 244 students
Rank: #22.
Whittaker Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
790 Whittaker Parkway
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 534-6559
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 534-6559
Grades: PK-5
| 415 students
Rank: #33.
Sheridan Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1139 Hillsboro Road
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 534-7504
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 534-7504
Grades: PK-5
| 486 students
Rank: #44.
Mellichamp Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
350 Murray Road
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 534-8044
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 534-8044
Grades: 3-5
| 204 students
Rank: #55.
William J. Clark Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
919 Bennett Avenue
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 531-2200
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 531-2200
Grades: 6-8
| 687 students
Rank: #66.
Robert E. Howard Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1255 Belleville Road
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 534-5470
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 534-5470
Grades: 6-8
| 396 students
Rank: n/an/a
Rivelon Elementary School
Magnet School
350 Thomas B. Eklund Circle
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 534-2949
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 534-2949
Grades: PK-2
| 222 students
29115, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Garden City Preparatory Academy For Boys (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1195 St. Matthews Road, Suite
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 414-7017
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 414-7017
Grades: 6-12
| 69 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 29115, SC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29115, SC include Brookdale Elementary School, Whittaker Elementary School and Sheridan Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29115?
7 public elementary schools are located in 29115.
What is the racial composition of students in 29115?
29115 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% 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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