For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 4,857 students in 29072, SC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 29072, SC are Lake Murray Elementary School, Midway Elementary School and Meadow Glen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 29072 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29072, SC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public preschool average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29072, SC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Murray Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
205 Wise Ferry Road
Lexington, SC 29072
(803) 821-3100
Lexington, SC 29072
(803) 821-3100
Gr: PK-5 | 867 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Midway Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
180 Midway Road
Lexington, SC 29072
(803) 821-0300
Lexington, SC 29072
(803) 821-0300
Gr: PK-5 | 864 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Meadow Glen Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
510 Ginny Lane
Lexington, SC 29072
(803) 821-0400
Lexington, SC 29072
(803) 821-0400
Gr: PK-5 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #44.
Rocky Creek Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
430 Calks Ferry Road
Lexington, SC 29072
(803) 821-4200
Lexington, SC 29072
(803) 821-4200
Gr: PK-5 | 806 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #55.
Pleasant Hill Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
664 Rawl Road
Lexington, SC 29072
(803) 821-2800
Lexington, SC 29072
(803) 821-2800
Gr: PK-5 | 874 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #66.
Lexington Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
116 Azalea Drive
Lexington, SC 29072
(803) 821-4000
Lexington, SC 29072
(803) 821-4000
Gr: PK-5 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
29072, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 29072, SC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 29072, SC include Lake Murray Elementary School, Midway Elementary School and Meadow Glen Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 29072?
6 public preschools are located in 29072.
What is the racial composition of students in 29072?
29072 public preschools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public preschools average of 54% (majority Black).
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