For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 568 students in 29809, SC.
The top ranked public schools in 29809, SC are New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle School and Greendale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29809 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29809, SC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29809, SC Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
814 Main Street South
New Ellenton, SC 29809
(803) 652-8200
New Ellenton, SC 29809
(803) 652-8200
Gr: 6-8 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Greendale Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
505 South Boundary Avenue
New Ellenton, SC 29809
(803) 652-8170
New Ellenton, SC 29809
(803) 652-8170
Gr: PK-5 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29809, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29809, SC include New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle School and Greendale Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29809?
2 public schools are located in 29809.
What is the racial composition of students in 29809?
29809 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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