For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,002 students in 29541, SC (there are , serving 102 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 29541, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 29541, SC are Savannah Grove Elementary School and Dewey-carter Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29541 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29541, SC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29541, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Savannah Grove Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2348 Savannah Grove Road
Effingham, SC 29541
(843) 664-8463
Effingham, SC 29541
(843) 664-8463
Gr: K-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Dewey-carter Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4937 South Irby Street
Effingham, SC 29541
(843) 664-8479
Effingham, SC 29541
(843) 664-8479
Gr: PK-5 | 624 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29541, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29541, SC include Savannah Grove Elementary School and Dewey-carter Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29541?
2 public schools are located in 29541.
What percentage of students in 29541 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 29541 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29541?
29541 public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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