For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,332 students in 29036, SC.
The top ranked public preschools in 29036, SC are Chapin Elementary School and Piney Woods Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 29036 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29036, SC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public preschool average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29036, SC Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chapin Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
940 Old Bush River Road
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 575-5900
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 575-5900
Grades: PK-4
| 792 students
Rank: #22.
Piney Woods Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
816 Amicks Ferry Road
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 756-1100
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 756-1100
Grades: PK-4
| 540 students
29036, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
510 Lexington Ave, Suite 102
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 735-9110
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 735-9110
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 29036, SC?
The top ranked public preschools in 29036, SC include Chapin Elementary School and Piney Woods Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 29036?
2 public preschools are located in 29036.
What is the racial composition of students in 29036?
29036 public preschools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public preschools average of 54% (majority Black).
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