For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,414 students in 29412, SC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 29412, SC are Stiles Point Elementary School, Harbor View Elementary School and Murray-lasaine Montessori. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 29412 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 29412, SC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 29412, SC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 29412, SC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 29412, SC include Stiles Point Elementary School, Harbor View Elementary School and Murray-lasaine Montessori.
How many public preschools are located in 29412?
4 public preschools are located in 29412.
What is the racial composition of students in 29412?
29412 public preschools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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