For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 667 students in 29853, SC (there are , serving 42 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 29853, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
Public schools in zipcode 29853 have a diversity score of 0.54, which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 0.67.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29853, SC Public Schools (2025)
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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1071 Elko Street
Williston, SC 29853
(803) 266-3737
Williston, SC 29853
(803) 266-3737
Grades: PK-5
| 311 students
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12233 Main Street
Williston, SC 29853
(803) 266-3110
Williston, SC 29853
(803) 266-3110
Grades: 9-12
| 198 students
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12233 Main Street
Williston, SC 29853
(803) 266-3430
Williston, SC 29853
(803) 266-3430
Grades: 6-8
| 158 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public schools are located in 29853, SC?
3 public schools are located in 29853, SC.
What percentage of students in 29853 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 29853 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29853?
29853 public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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