For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,306 students in 29061, SC.
The top ranked public high school in 29061, SC is Lower Richland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 29061 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 77% statewide average). High schools in 29061, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29061 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lower Richland High School, with 81% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29061, SC Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lower Richland High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2615 Lower Richland Boulevard
Hopkins, SC 29061
(803) 695-3000
Hopkins, SC 29061
(803) 695-3000
Grades: 9-12
| 1,306 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 29061, SC?
The top ranked public high schools in 29061, SC include Lower Richland High School.
How many public high schools are located in 29061?
1 public high schools are located in 29061.
What is the racial composition of students in 29061?
29061 public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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