For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,610 students in 29642, SC.
The top ranked public schools in 29642, SC are Hunt Meadows Elementary School, Forest Acres Elementary School and Easley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29642 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29642, SC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29642, SC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hunt Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
420 Hunt Road
Easley, SC 29642
(864) 850-3987
Easley, SC 29642
(864) 850-3987
Grades: PK-5
| 560 students
Rank: #22.
Forest Acres Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 Mcalister Road
Easley, SC 29642
(864) 397-1800
Easley, SC 29642
(864) 397-1800
Grades: PK-5
| 684 students
Rank: #33.
Easley High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
154 Green Wave Boulevard
Easley, SC 29642
(864) 397-3100
Easley, SC 29642
(864) 397-3100
Grades: 9-12
| 1,885 students
Rank: #44.
West End Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
314 Pelzer Highway
Easley, SC 29642
(864) 397-2500
Easley, SC 29642
(864) 397-2500
Grades: PK-5
| 663 students
Rank: n/an/a
535 Powdersville Main
Easley, SC 29642
(864) 269-4571
Easley, SC 29642
(864) 269-4571
Grades: PK-2
| 818 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29642, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29642, SC include Hunt Meadows Elementary School, Forest Acres Elementary School and Easley High School.
How many public schools are located in 29642?
5 public schools are located in 29642.
What is the racial composition of students in 29642?
29642 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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