For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 945 students in 29160, SC.
The top ranked public high schools in 29160, SC are Swansea High Freshman Academy and Swansea High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 29160 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 76% statewide average). High schools in 29160, SC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29160 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Swansea High School, with 80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public high school average of 51% (majority Black).
Best 29160, SC Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Swansea High Freshman Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1195 I. W. Hutto Road
Swansea, SC 29160
(803) 490-7006
Swansea, SC 29160
(803) 490-7006
Grades: 9
| 262 students
Rank: #22.
Swansea High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 East First Street
Swansea, SC 29160
(803) 490-7007
Swansea, SC 29160
(803) 490-7007
Grades: 9-12
| 683 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 29160, SC?
The top ranked public high schools in 29160, SC include Swansea High Freshman Academy and Swansea High School.
How many public high schools are located in 29160?
2 public high schools are located in 29160.
What is the racial composition of students in 29160?
29160 public high schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public high schools average of 51% (majority Black).
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