For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,995 students in 29527, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29527, SC are Pee Dee Elementary School, Whittemore Park Middle School and Academy Of Hope Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29527 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29527, SC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29527, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pee Dee Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6555 Highway 134
Conway, SC 29527
(843) 397-2579
Conway, SC 29527
(843) 397-2579
Gr: PK-5 | 933 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Whittemore Park Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1808 Rhue Street
Conway, SC 29527
(843) 488-0669
Conway, SC 29527
(843) 488-0669
Gr: 6-8 | 956 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Academy Of Hope Charter
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3521 Juniper Bay Road
Conway, SC 29527
(843) 397-5712
Conway, SC 29527
(843) 397-5712
Gr: PK-8 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29527, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29527, SC include Pee Dee Elementary School, Whittemore Park Middle School and Academy Of Hope Charter.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29527?
3 public elementary schools are located in 29527.
What is the racial composition of students in 29527?
29527 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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