For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 602 students in 29479, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29479, SC are St. Stephen Elementary School and St. Stephen Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29479 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29479, SC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29479, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
St. Stephen Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1053 Russellville Road
Saint Stephen, SC 29479
(843) 567-2813
Saint Stephen, SC 29479
(843) 567-2813
Gr: PK-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
St. Stephen Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
225 Carolina Avenue
Saint Stephen, SC 29479
(843) 567-3128
Saint Stephen, SC 29479
(843) 567-3128
Gr: 6-8 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29479, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29479, SC include St. Stephen Elementary School and St. Stephen Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29479?
2 public elementary schools are located in 29479.
What is the racial composition of students in 29479?
29479 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 80% 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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