For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,479 students in 29666, SC.
The top ranked public schools in 29666, SC are Ninety Six High School, Ninety Six Elementary School and Edgewood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29666 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29666, SC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29666, SC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ninety Six High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
640 South Cambridge Street
Ninety Six, SC 29666
(864) 543-2911
Ninety Six, SC 29666
(864) 543-2911
Grades: 9-12
| 445 students
Rank: #22.
Ninety Six Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
810 Johnston Road
Ninety Six, SC 29666
(864) 543-4995
Ninety Six, SC 29666
(864) 543-4995
Grades: 3-5
| 308 students
Rank: #33.
Edgewood Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
644 South Cambridge Street
Ninety Six, SC 29666
(864) 543-3511
Ninety Six, SC 29666
(864) 543-3511
Grades: 6-8
| 353 students
Rank: n/an/a
121 South Cambridge Street
Ninety Six, SC 29666
(864) 543-3112
Ninety Six, SC 29666
(864) 543-3112
Grades: PK-2
| 373 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29666, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29666, SC include Ninety Six High School, Ninety Six Elementary School and Edgewood Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 29666?
4 public schools are located in 29666.
What is the racial composition of students in 29666?
29666 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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