For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,518 students in 29657, SC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29657, SC are Liberty Primary, Liberty Elementary School and Liberty Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29657 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29657, SC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29657, SC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Liberty Primary
(Math: 52% | Reading: 46% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
940 Chastain Road
Liberty, SC 29657
(864) 397-4800
Liberty, SC 29657
(864) 397-4800
Grades: PK-2
| 610 students
Rank: #22.
Liberty Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
251 North Hillcrest Street
Liberty, SC 29657
(864) 397-2100
Liberty, SC 29657
(864) 397-2100
Grades: 3-5
| 448 students
Rank: #33.
Liberty Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
125 Falcon Lane
Liberty, SC 29657
(864) 397-3400
Liberty, SC 29657
(864) 397-3400
Grades: 6-8
| 460 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 29657, SC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29657, SC include Liberty Primary, Liberty Elementary School and Liberty Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29657?
3 public elementary schools are located in 29657.
What is the racial composition of students in 29657?
29657 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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