Best Public Schools in 29172 (West Columbia, SC) (2025-26)

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Best 29172 South Carolina Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,700 students in 29172, SC.

The top ranked public schools in 29172, SC are Herbert A. Wood Elementary School, Congaree Elementary School and Pine Ridge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 29172 have an score of 26% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and score of 31% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29172, SC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.

Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).

Best 29172, SC Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Herbert A. Wood Elementary School

(Math: 34% | Reading: 38%)
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737 Pine Ridge Drive
West Columbia, SC 29172
(803) 755-7420

Gr: PK-5 | 962 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%

Rank: #22.

Congaree Elementary School

(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
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1221 Ramblin' Road
West Columbia, SC 29172
(803) 755-7430

Gr: 2-5 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 60%

Rank: #33.

Pine Ridge Middle School

(Math: 14% | Reading: 23%)
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735 Pine Ridge Drive
West Columbia, SC 29172
(803) 755-7400

Gr: 6-8 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%

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29172, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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Congaree/wood Early Childhood Center (Closed 2020)

739 Pine Ridge Drive
West Columbia, SC 29172
(803) 755-7474

Gr: PK-1 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 29172, SC?

The top ranked public schools in 29172, SC include Herbert A. Wood Elementary School, Congaree Elementary School and Pine Ridge Middle School.

How many public schools are located in 29172?

3 public schools are located in 29172.

What is the racial composition of students in 29172?

29172 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).