For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 249 students in 29944, SC.
The top ranked public elementary school in 29944, SC is Varnville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 29944 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29944, SC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29944, SC Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Varnville Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
395 Pine Street East
Varnville, SC 29944
(803) 943-2376
Varnville, SC 29944
(803) 943-2376
Gr: PK-3 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 29944, SC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29944, SC include Varnville Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29944?
1 public elementary schools are located in 29944.
What is the racial composition of students in 29944?
29944 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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