For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 701 students in 29142, SC.
The top ranked public school in 29142, SC is Lake Marion High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29142 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29142, SC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29142, SC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lake Marion High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3656 Tee Vee Road
Santee, SC 29142
(803) 854-9213
Santee, SC 29142
(803) 854-9213
Grades: 9-12
| 701 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lake Marion Technology Center
Vocational School
3656 Tee Vee Road
Santee, SC 29142
(803) 854-9213
Santee, SC 29142
(803) 854-9213
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29142, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29142, SC include Lake Marion High School.
How many public schools are located in 29142?
2 public schools are located in 29142.
What is the racial composition of students in 29142?
29142 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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