For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 296 students in 29116, SC (there are , serving 44 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 29116, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public school in 29116, SC is Felton Laboratory Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 29116 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29116, SC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29116, SC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Felton Laboratory Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
115 Lance Street
Orangeburg, SC 29116
(803) 536-7034
Orangeburg, SC 29116
(803) 536-7034
Grades: K-8
| 296 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29116, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29116, SC include Felton Laboratory Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 29116?
1 public schools are located in 29116.
What percentage of students in 29116 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 29116 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29116?
29116 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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