For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 903 students in 29127, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29127, SC are Prosperity-rikard Elementary School and Mid-carolina Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29127 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29127, SC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29127, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prosperity-rikard Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
381 South Wheeler Avenue
Prosperity, SC 29127
(803) 364-2321
Prosperity, SC 29127
(803) 364-2321
Gr: PK-5 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Mid-carolina Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6794 Us Highway 76
Prosperity, SC 29127
(803) 364-3634
Prosperity, SC 29127
(803) 364-3634
Gr: 6-8 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29127, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29127, SC include Prosperity-rikard Elementary School and Mid-carolina Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29127?
2 public elementary schools are located in 29127.
What is the racial composition of students in 29127?
29127 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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