For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 265 students in 29437, SC.
The top ranked public elementary school in 29437, SC is Harleyville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 29437 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29437, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29437, SC Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harleyville Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1650 East Main Street
Dorchester, SC 29437
(843) 462-7671
Dorchester, SC 29437
(843) 462-7671
Gr: PK-5 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
29437, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1650 East Main Street
Dorchester, SC 29437
(843) 462-2470
Dorchester, SC 29437
(843) 462-2470
Gr: 6-8 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 29437, SC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29437, SC include Harleyville Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29437?
1 public elementary schools are located in 29437.
What is the racial composition of students in 29437?
29437 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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