For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 442 students in 29038, SC.
The top ranked public school in 29038, SC is Carver Edisto Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29038 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29038, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29038, SC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Carver Edisto Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2018 Carver School Road
Cope, SC 29038
(803) 534-3554
Cope, SC 29038
(803) 534-3554
Grades: 6-8
| 442 students
Rank: n/an/a
Cope Area Career Center
Vocational School
6052 Slab Landing Road
Cope, SC 29038
(803) 534-7661
Cope, SC 29038
(803) 534-7661
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29038, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29038, SC include Carver Edisto Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 29038?
2 public schools are located in 29038.
What is the racial composition of students in 29038?
29038 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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