For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 173 students in 29472, SC.
The top ranked public elementary school in 29472, SC is Clay Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 29472 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29472, SC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29472, SC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clay Hill Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
387 South Railroad Avenue
Ridgeville, SC 29472
(843) 851-7386
Ridgeville, SC 29472
(843) 851-7386
Gr: PK-5 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
29472, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
387 South Railroad Ave
Ridgeville, SC 29472
(843) 851-7386
Ridgeville, SC 29472
(843) 851-7386
Gr: 6-8 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 29472, SC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29472, SC include Clay Hill Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29472?
1 public elementary schools are located in 29472.
What is the racial composition of students in 29472?
29472 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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