For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,167 students in 29403, SC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29403, SC are Charleston Charter School For Math And Science, James Simons Montessori and Charleston Progressive. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29403 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29403, SC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29403, SC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Charleston Charter School For Math And Science
Charter School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1002 King Street
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 720-3085
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 720-3085
Grades: 6-12
| 559 students
Rank: #22.
James Simons Montessori
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
741 King Street
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 724-7763
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 724-7763
Grades: PK-8
| 371 students
Rank: #33.
Charleston Progressive
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
382 Meeting Street
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 720-2967
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 720-2967
Grades: PK-5
| 203 students
Rank: #44.
Charleston Development Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
233 Line Street
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 722-2689
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 722-2689
Grades: PK-8
| 168 students
Rank: #55.
Mitchell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2 Perry Street
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 724-7261
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 724-7261
Grades: PK-5
| 200 students
Rank: #66.
Sanders-clyde Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
805 Morrison Drive
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 724-7783
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 724-7783
Grades: PK-5
| 353 students
Rank: #77.
Simmons Pinckney Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
244 President Street
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 724-7789
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 724-7789
Grades: 6-8
| 199 students
Rank: n/an/a
Compass Collegiate Academy
Charter School
34 Race Street
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 410-9765
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 410-9765
Grades: K-3
| 114 students
29403, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
63 Columbus Street
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 724-7767
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 724-7767
Grades: PK-6
| 217 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 29403, SC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29403, SC include Charleston Charter School For Math And Science, James Simons Montessori and Charleston Progressive.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29403?
8 public elementary schools are located in 29403.
What is the racial composition of students in 29403?
29403 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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