For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 173 students in 29472, SC.
The top ranked public preschool in 29472, SC is Clay Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 29472 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29472, SC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschool average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29472, SC Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clay Hill Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
387 South Railroad Avenue
Ridgeville, SC 29472
(843) 851-7386
Ridgeville, SC 29472
(843) 851-7386
Grades: PK-5
| 173 students
29472, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
387 South Railroad Ave
Ridgeville, SC 29472
(843) 851-7386
Ridgeville, SC 29472
(843) 851-7386
Grades: 6-8
| 149 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 29472, SC?
The top ranked public preschools in 29472, SC include Clay Hill Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 29472?
1 public preschools are located in 29472.
What is the racial composition of students in 29472?
29472 public preschools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschools average of 54% (majority Black).
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