For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,137 students in Pelion, SC.
The top ranked public preschools in Pelion, SC are Forts Pond Elementary School and Pelion Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pelion, SC public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in Pelion have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public preschool average of 54% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Pelion, SC (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Forts Pond Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7350 Fish Hatchery Road
Pelion, SC 29123
(803) 821-2500
Pelion, SC 29123
(803) 821-2500
Grades: PK-5
| 505 students
Rank: #22.
Pelion Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1202 Pine Street
Pelion, SC 29123
(803) 821-2000
Pelion, SC 29123
(803) 821-2000
Grades: PK-5
| 632 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Pelion, SC?
The top ranked public preschools in Pelion, SC include Forts Pond Elementary School and Pelion Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Pelion?
2 public preschools are located in Pelion.
What is the racial composition of students in Pelion?
Pelion public preschools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public preschools average of 54% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Pelion are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Pelion include: Forts Pond Elementary School vs. Pelion Elementary School, Pelion Elementary School vs. Forts Pond Elementary School
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