For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 438 students in 29596, SC.
The top ranked public school in 29596, SC is Wallace Elementary Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 29596 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29596, SC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29596, SC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wallace Elementary Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3643 Highway 9 West
Wallace, SC 29596
(843) 537-7493
Wallace, SC 29596
(843) 537-7493
Grades: PK-8
| 438 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29596, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29596, SC include Wallace Elementary Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 29596?
1 public schools are located in 29596.
What is the racial composition of students in 29596?
29596 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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