For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 3,050 students in 29036, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29036, SC are Lake Murray Elementary School, Chapin Intermediate and Chapin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29036 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29036, SC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29036, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Murray Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1531 Three Dog Road
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 476-4600
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 476-4600
Gr: K-4 | 766 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Chapin Intermediate
(Math: 64% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1130 Old Lexington Highway
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 575-5700
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 575-5700
Gr: 5-6 | 952 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Chapin Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
940 Old Bush River Road
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 575-5900
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 575-5900
Gr: PK-4 | 792 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Piney Woods Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
816 Amicks Ferry Road
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 756-1100
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 756-1100
Gr: PK-4 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
29036, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
510 Lexington Ave, Suite 102
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 735-9110
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 735-9110
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29036, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29036, SC include Lake Murray Elementary School, Chapin Intermediate and Chapin Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29036?
4 public elementary schools are located in 29036.
What is the racial composition of students in 29036?
29036 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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