For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,090 students in 29684, SC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29684, SC are Starr Elementary School and Starr-iva Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29684 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29684, SC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29684, SC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Starr Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 Professor Brown Lane
Starr, SC 29684
(864) 352-6154
Starr, SC 29684
(864) 352-6154
Grades: PK-5
| 484 students
Rank: #22.
Starr-iva Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1034 Rainey Road
Starr, SC 29684
(864) 352-6146
Starr, SC 29684
(864) 352-6146
Grades: 6-8
| 606 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 29684, SC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29684, SC include Starr Elementary School and Starr-iva Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29684?
2 public elementary schools are located in 29684.
What is the racial composition of students in 29684?
29684 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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