For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 567 students in 29554, SC.
The top ranked public high schools in 29554, SC are Carvers Bay Early College And Career High School and Hemingway High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 29554 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 77% statewide average). High schools in 29554, SC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29554 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hemingway High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29554, SC Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Carvers Bay Early College And Career High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13002 Choppee Road
Hemingway, SC 29554
(843) 545-5837
Hemingway, SC 29554
(843) 545-5837
Grades: 9-12
| 382 students
Rank: #22.
Hemingway High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
402 South Main Street
Hemingway, SC 29554
(843) 558-9413
Hemingway, SC 29554
(843) 558-9413
Grades: 9-12
| 185 students
Rank: n/an/a
Hemingway Career And Technology Center
Vocational School
1593 Hemingway Highway
Hemingway, SC 29554
(843) 558-5813
Hemingway, SC 29554
(843) 558-5813
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
29554, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
P O Box 1449
Hemingway, SC 29554
(843) 558-5605
Hemingway, SC 29554
(843) 558-5605
Grades: PK-6
| 577 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 29554, SC?
The top ranked public high schools in 29554, SC include Carvers Bay Early College And Career High School and Hemingway High School.
How many public high schools are located in 29554?
3 public high schools are located in 29554.
What is the racial composition of students in 29554?
29554 public high schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).
Recent Articles

Opinion: Handcuffing in Public Schools is a Gateway to More Violence
Some districts are banning handcuffing, while others are cuffing kindergarteners simply throwing a temper tantrum. Read this editorial to see why this author believes slapping the cuffs on children鈥檚 wrists only leads to more behavior issues and violence in their adult lives.

Whooping Cough: Should Vaccinations be Required for Public School Enrollment?
Whopping cough is making a comeback, especially amongst children, prompting health officials to encourage pertussis vaccines and boosters. However, should the pertussis vaccine be required for public school enrollment? Learn about current proposed laws and its ramifications.

What are Common Core Standards and Why Do We Need Them?
With schools nationwide adopting common core standards, we鈥檒l take a look at what they are, their benefits, and how they will change the face of public education.