For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 265 students in 29437, SC.
The top ranked public preschool in 29437, SC is Harleyville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 29437 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29437, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschool average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29437, SC Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Harleyville Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1650 East Main Street
Dorchester, SC 29437
(843) 462-7671
Dorchester, SC 29437
(843) 462-7671
Grades: PK-5
| 265 students
29437, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1650 East Main Street
Dorchester, SC 29437
(843) 462-2470
Dorchester, SC 29437
(843) 462-2470
Grades: 6-8
| 164 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 29437, SC?
The top ranked public preschools in 29437, SC include Harleyville Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 29437?
1 public preschools are located in 29437.
What is the racial composition of students in 29437?
29437 public preschools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschools average of 54% (majority Black).
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