For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,296 students in 29624, SC (there are 2 private schools, serving 125 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 29624, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 29624, SC are Southwood Academy For The Arts, Anderson Five Charter School and Flat Rock Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29624 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29624, SC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29624, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwood Academy For The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1110 Southwood Street
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 260-5205
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 260-5205
Gr: 6-8 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Anderson Five Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1225 South Mcduffie Street
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 260-5538
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 260-5538
Gr: 9-12 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Flat Rock Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
115 Thompson Road
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 296-9191
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 296-9191
Gr: PK-5 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
Homeland Park Primary
Magnet School
3519 Wilmont Street
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 260-5125
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 260-5125
Gr: PK-2 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29624, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29624, SC include Southwood Academy For The Arts, Anderson Five Charter School and Flat Rock Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29624?
4 public schools are located in 29624.
What percentage of students in 29624 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 29624 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29624?
29624 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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