For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 651 students in 29812, SC.
The top ranked public preschool in 29812, SC is Barnwell Primary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 29812 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29812, SC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public preschool average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29812, SC Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Barnwell Primary
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9286 Marlboro Avenue
Barnwell, SC 29812
(803) 541-1320
Barnwell, SC 29812
(803) 541-1320
Grades: PK-3
| 651 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 29812, SC?
The top ranked public preschools in 29812, SC include Barnwell Primary.
How many public preschools are located in 29812?
1 public preschools are located in 29812.
What is the racial composition of students in 29812?
29812 public preschools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public preschools average of 54% (majority Black).
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