For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 711 students in 29201, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29201, SC are Logan Elementary School and Clear Dot Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29201 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29201, SC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29201, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Logan Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
815 Elmwood Avenue
Columbia, SC 29201
(803) 343-2915
Columbia, SC 29201
(803) 343-2915
Gr: PK-5 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Clear Dot Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2015 Marion Street
Columbia, SC 29201
(803) 567-3075
Columbia, SC 29201
(803) 567-3075
Gr: PK-11 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29201, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29201, SC include Logan Elementary School and Clear Dot Charter School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29201?
2 public elementary schools are located in 29201.
What is the racial composition of students in 29201?
29201 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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