For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,418 students in 29671, SC.
The top ranked public preschools in 29671, SC are Ambler Elementary School, Hagood Elementary School and Pickens Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 29671 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29671, SC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public preschool average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29671, SC Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ambler Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
838 Ambler School Road
Pickens, SC 29671
(864) 397-1200
Pickens, SC 29671
(864) 397-1200
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Hagood Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
435 Sparks Lane
Pickens, SC 29671
(864) 397-1900
Pickens, SC 29671
(864) 397-1900
Gr: PK-5 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Pickens Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
567 Hampton Avenue
Pickens, SC 29671
(864) 397-2300
Pickens, SC 29671
(864) 397-2300
Gr: PK-5 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
29671, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1755 Shady Grove Road
Pickens, SC 29671
(864) 397-1300
Pickens, SC 29671
(864) 397-1300
Gr: PK-5 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
120 Holly Springs School Road
Pickens, SC 29671
(864) 397-2000
Pickens, SC 29671
(864) 397-2000
Gr: PK-5 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 29671, SC?
The top ranked public preschools in 29671, SC include Ambler Elementary School, Hagood Elementary School and Pickens Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 29671?
3 public preschools are located in 29671.
What is the racial composition of students in 29671?
29671 public preschools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public preschools average of 54% (majority Black).
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