For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,013 students in 29455, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29455, SC are Angel Oak Elementary School, Mt. Zion Elementary School and Devon Forest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29455 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29455, SC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29455, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Angel Oak Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6134 Chisolm Road
Johns Island, SC 29455
(843) 559-6412
Johns Island, SC 29455
(843) 559-6412
Gr: PK-5 | 776 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Mt. Zion Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3464 River Road
Johns Island, SC 29455
(843) 559-3841
Johns Island, SC 29455
(843) 559-3841
Gr: PK-5 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
Devon Forest Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1127 Dorothy Street
Johns Island, SC 29455
(843) 820-3880
Johns Island, SC 29455
(843) 820-3880
Gr: PK-5 | 938 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29455, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29455, SC include Angel Oak Elementary School, Mt. Zion Elementary School and Devon Forest Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29455?
3 public elementary schools are located in 29455.
What is the racial composition of students in 29455?
29455 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 59% 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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