For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 149 students in 29487, SC.
The top ranked public school in 29487, SC is Edith L. Frierson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 29487 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29487, SC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29487, SC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edith L. Frierson Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6133 Maybank Highway
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
(843) 559-1182
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
(843) 559-1182
Gr: PK-6 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29487, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29487, SC include Edith L. Frierson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29487?
1 public schools are located in 29487.
What is the racial composition of students in 29487?
29487 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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