For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,870 students in 29229, SC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 29229, SC are North Springs Elementary School, Sandlapper Elementary School and Rice Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 29229 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29229, SC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschool average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29229, SC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Springs Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1300 Clemson Road
Columbia, SC 29229
(803) 736-3183
Columbia, SC 29229
(803) 736-3183
Gr: PK-5 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Sandlapper Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1001 Longtown Road
Columbia, SC 29229
(803) 691-4045
Columbia, SC 29229
(803) 691-4045
Gr: PK-5 | 694 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Rice Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4751 Hard Scrabble Road
Columbia, SC 29229
(803) 699-2900
Columbia, SC 29229
(803) 699-2900
Gr: PK-5 | 764 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Killian Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2621 Clemson Road
Columbia, SC 29229
(803) 699-2981
Columbia, SC 29229
(803) 699-2981
Gr: PK-5 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
29229, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
425 Summit Terrace Court Build
Columbia, SC 29229
(803) 567-5634
Columbia, SC 29229
(803) 567-5634
Gr: K-3 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 29229, SC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 29229, SC include North Springs Elementary School, Sandlapper Elementary School and Rice Creek Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 29229?
4 public preschools are located in 29229.
What is the racial composition of students in 29229?
29229 public preschools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschools average of 54% (majority Black).
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