For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 562 students in 29812, SC.
The top ranked public high school in 29812, SC is Barnwell High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 29812 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 77% statewide average). High schools in 29812, SC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29812 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Barnwell High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29812, SC Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barnwell High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
474 Jackson Street
Barnwell, SC 29812
(803) 541-1390
Barnwell, SC 29812
(803) 541-1390
Gr: 9-12 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 29812, SC?
The top ranked public high schools in 29812, SC include Barnwell High School.
How many public high schools are located in 29812?
1 public high schools are located in 29812.
What is the racial composition of students in 29812?
29812 public high schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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