For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 786 students in 29718, SC (there are 1 private school, serving 7 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 29718, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 29718, SC are Jefferson Elementary School and New Heights Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29718 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29718, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29718, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
809 West Elizabeth Street
Jefferson, SC 29718
(843) 658-3295
Jefferson, SC 29718
(843) 658-3295
Gr: PK-5 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
New Heights Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5738 Highway 151
Jefferson, SC 29718
(843) 658-6830
Jefferson, SC 29718
(843) 658-6830
Gr: 6-8 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29718, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29718, SC include Jefferson Elementary School and New Heights Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 29718?
2 public schools are located in 29718.
What percentage of students in 29718 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 29718 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29718?
29718 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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