For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,265 students in 29203, SC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 29203, SC are W.j. Keenan High School, Manning High School and Eau Claire High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 29203 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 76% statewide average). High schools in 29203, SC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29203 have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is less than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Eau Claire High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29203, SC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
W.j. Keenan High School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
361 Pisgah Church Road
Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 714-2500
Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 714-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 675 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Manning High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
502 Beckman Road
Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 935-7203
Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 935-7203
Gr: 9-12 | 2 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Rank: #33.
Eau Claire High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4800 Monticello Road
Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 735-7600
Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 735-7600
Gr: 9-12 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Pendergrass Fairwold School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5935 Token Street
Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 735-3435
Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 735-3435
Gr: K-12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 29203, SC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 29203, SC include W.j. Keenan High School, Manning High School and Eau Claire High School.
How many public high schools are located in 29203?
4 public high schools are located in 29203.
What is the racial composition of students in 29203?
29203 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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