For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 496 students in 29385, SC.
The top ranked public school in 29385, SC is Wellford Academy Of Science And Technology. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 29385 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29385, SC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29385, SC Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wellford Academy Of Science And Technology
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
864 Syphrit Road
Wellford, SC 29385
(864) 949-2385
Wellford, SC 29385
(864) 949-2385
Gr: PK-4 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29385, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29385, SC include Wellford Academy Of Science And Technology.
How many public schools are located in 29385?
1 public schools are located in 29385.
What is the racial composition of students in 29385?
29385 public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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