For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 300 students in 29628, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29628, SC are John C. Calhoun Elementary School and Calhoun Falls Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29628 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29628, SC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29628, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John C. Calhoun Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
750 North Calhoun Shores Parkw
Calhoun Falls, SC 29628
(864) 418-8016
Calhoun Falls, SC 29628
(864) 418-8016
Gr: PK-5 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Calhoun Falls Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
205 Edgefield Street
Calhoun Falls, SC 29628
(864) 418-8014
Calhoun Falls, SC 29628
(864) 418-8014
Gr: 6-12 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
29628, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
205 Edgefield Street
Calhoun Falls, SC 29628
(864) 447-8014
Calhoun Falls, SC 29628
(864) 447-8014
Gr: 7-12 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29628, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29628, SC include John C. Calhoun Elementary School and Calhoun Falls Charter School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29628?
2 public elementary schools are located in 29628.
What is the racial composition of students in 29628?
29628 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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