Best Public Schools in 29812 (Barnwell, SC) (2025-26)

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Best 29812 South Carolina Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,952 students in 29812, SC.

The top ranked public schools in 29812, SC are Barnwell High School, Barnwell Elementary School and Barnwell Primary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 29812 have an score of 36% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and score of 41% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29812, SC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.

Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).

Best 29812, SC Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Barnwell High School

(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
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474 Jackson Street
Barnwell, SC 29812
(803) 541-1390

Gr: 9-12 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%

Rank: #22.

Barnwell Elementary School

(Math: 37% | Reading: 33%)
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10524 Marlboro Avenue
Barnwell, SC 29812
(803) 541-1285

Gr: 4-6 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 55%

Rank: #33.

Barnwell Primary

(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
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9286 Marlboro Avenue
Barnwell, SC 29812
(803) 541-1320

Gr: PK-3 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%

Rank: #44.

Guinyard-butler Middle School

(Math: 20% | Reading: 39%)
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779 Allen Street
Barnwell, SC 29812
(803) 541-1370

Gr: 7-8 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 29812, SC?

The top ranked public schools in 29812, SC include Barnwell High School, Barnwell Elementary School and Barnwell Primary.

How many public schools are located in 29812?

4 public schools are located in 29812.

What is the racial composition of students in 29812?

29812 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).