For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,332 students in 29036, SC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 29036, SC are Chapin Elementary School and Piney Woods Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 29036 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29036, SC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public preschool average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29036, SC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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 preschools in 29036, SC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 29036, SC include Chapin Elementary School and Piney Woods Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 29036?
2 public preschools are located in 29036.
What is the racial composition of students in 29036?
29036 public preschools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public preschools average of 54% (majority Black).
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