For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,296 students in 29170, SC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29170, SC are Springdale Elementary School, White Knoll Elementary School and R. H. Fulmer Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29170 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29170, SC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29170, SC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Springdale Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
361 Wattling Road
West Columbia, SC 29170
(803) 739-4175
West Columbia, SC 29170
(803) 739-4175
Grades: PK-5
| 445 students
Rank: #22.
White Knoll Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
132 White Knoll Way
West Columbia, SC 29170
(803) 821-4500
West Columbia, SC 29170
(803) 821-4500
Grades: PK-5
| 607 students
Rank: #33.
R. H. Fulmer Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1614 Walterboro St.
West Columbia, SC 29170
(803) 822-5660
West Columbia, SC 29170
(803) 822-5660
Grades: 6-8
| 548 students
Rank: #44.
White Knoll Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
116 White Knoll Way
West Columbia, SC 29170
(803) 821-4300
West Columbia, SC 29170
(803) 821-4300
Grades: 6-8
| 696 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 29170, SC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29170, SC include Springdale Elementary School, White Knoll Elementary School and R. H. Fulmer Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29170?
4 public elementary schools are located in 29170.
What is the racial composition of students in 29170?
29170 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% 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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