For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 424 students in 29638, SC.
The top-ranked public school in 29638, SC is Cherokee Trail Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 29638 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29638, SC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29638, SC Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cherokee Trail Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6219 Highway 184 East
Donalds, SC 29638
(864) 379-8500
Donalds, SC 29638
(864) 379-8500
Gr: PK-7 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29638, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29638, SC include Cherokee Trail Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29638?
1 public schools are located in 29638.
What is the racial composition of students in 29638?
29638 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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