For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 296 students in 29116, SC (there are , serving 44 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 29116, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public school in 29116, SC is Felton Laboratory Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 29116 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29116, SC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29116, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Felton Laboratory Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
115 Lance Street
Orangeburg, SC 29116
(803) 536-7034
Orangeburg, SC 29116
(803) 536-7034
Gr: K-8 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29116, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29116, SC include Felton Laboratory Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 29116?
1 public schools are located in 29116.
What percentage of students in 29116 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 29116 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29116?
29116 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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