For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,428 students in 29412, SC (there are 4 private schools, serving 661 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 29412, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 29412, SC are James Island Charter High School, Stiles Point Elementary School and Harbor View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29412 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29412, SC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29412, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James Island Charter High School
Charter School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1000 Fort Johnson Road
Charleston, SC 29412
(843) 762-2754
Charleston, SC 29412
(843) 762-2754
Gr: 9-12 | 1,612 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Stiles Point Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
883-a Mikell Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
(843) 762-2767
Charleston, SC 29412
(843) 762-2767
Gr: PK-5 | 866 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Harbor View Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1576 Harbor View Road
Charleston, SC 29412
(843) 762-2749
Charleston, SC 29412
(843) 762-2749
Gr: PK-5 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
Murray-lasaine Montessori
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
691 Riverland Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
(843) 762-2765
Charleston, SC 29412
(843) 762-2765
Gr: PK-8 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #55.
James Island Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1872 Grimball Road
Charleston, SC 29412
(843) 762-8240
Charleston, SC 29412
(843) 762-8240
Gr: PK-5 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #66.
Camp Road Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1825 Camp Road
Charleston, SC 29412
(843) 762-2784
Charleston, SC 29412
(843) 762-2784
Gr: 6-8 | 901 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
3656 Tee Vee Road
Charleston, SC 29412
(803) 496-5197
Charleston, SC 29412
(803) 496-5197
Gr: 6-8 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29412, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29412, SC include James Island Charter High School, Stiles Point Elementary School and Harbor View Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29412?
7 public schools are located in 29412.
What percentage of students in 29412 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 29412 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29412?
29412 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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