For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 765 students in 29680, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 29680, SC is Ralph Chandler Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 29680 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29680, SC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29680, SC Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ralph Chandler Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4231 Fork Shoals Road
Simpsonville, SC 29680
(864) 452-0300
Simpsonville, SC 29680
(864) 452-0300
Gr: 6-8 | 765 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
29680, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1830 West Georgia Road Bldg.
Simpsonville, SC 29680
(864) 757-1800
Simpsonville, SC 29680
(864) 757-1800
Gr: 9-12
Brashier Middle College Charter (Closed 2018)
Charter School
1830 West Georgia Road
Simpsonville, SC 29680
(864) 757-1800
Simpsonville, SC 29680
(864) 757-1800
Gr: 9-12 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29680, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29680, SC include Ralph Chandler Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29680?
1 public elementary schools are located in 29680.
What is the racial composition of students in 29680?
29680 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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