For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,059 students in 29702, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29702, SC are Blacksburg Elementary School and Blacksburg Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29702 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29702, SC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29702, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Blacksburg Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
402 Hardin Street
Blacksburg, SC 29702
(864) 206-6518
Blacksburg, SC 29702
(864) 206-6518
Gr: 3-5 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Blacksburg Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
101 London Street
Blacksburg, SC 29702
(864) 206-6829
Blacksburg, SC 29702
(864) 206-6829
Gr: 6-8 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
1010 East Cherokee Street
Blacksburg, SC 29702
(864) 206-6936
Blacksburg, SC 29702
(864) 206-6936
Gr: PK-2 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29702, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29702, SC include Blacksburg Elementary School and Blacksburg Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29702?
3 public elementary schools are located in 29702.
What is the racial composition of students in 29702?
29702 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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