For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 7,854 students in 29485, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29485, SC are Beech Hill Elementary School, Sand Hill Elementary School and Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29485 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29485, SC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29485, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beech Hill Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1001 Beech Hill Road
Summerville, SC 29485
(843) 821-3970
Summerville, SC 29485
(843) 821-3970
Gr: PK-5 | 1,079 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Sand Hill Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
324 Gnarly Oak Lane
Summerville, SC 29485
(843) 695-5201
Summerville, SC 29485
(843) 695-5201
Gr: PK-5 | 1,169 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 Chandler Creek Road
Summerville, SC 29485
(843) 695-5205
Summerville, SC 29485
(843) 695-5205
Gr: PK-5 | 791 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #44.
Fort Dorchester Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5201 Old Glory Lane
Summerville, SC 29485
(843) 832-5550
Summerville, SC 29485
(843) 832-5550
Gr: PK-5 | 801 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #55.
Flowertown Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
20 King Charles Circle
Summerville, SC 29485
(843) 871-7400
Summerville, SC 29485
(843) 871-7400
Gr: PK-5 | 783 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #66.
Newington Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10 King Charles Circle
Summerville, SC 29485
(843) 871-3230
Summerville, SC 29485
(843) 871-3230
Gr: PK-5 | 862 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #77.
Lowcountry Connection Academy
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1520 Old Trolley Road
Summerville, SC 29485
(843) 695-9305
Summerville, SC 29485
(843) 695-9305
Gr: K-12 | 743 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
1011 Beech Hill Road
Summerville, SC 29485
(843) 695-2451
Summerville, SC 29485
(843) 695-2451
Gr: 6-8 | 1,031 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
Summerville Prep
Charter School
1899 Bacons Bridge Road
Summerville, SC 29485
(843) 278-9726
Summerville, SC 29485
(843) 278-9726
Gr: K-8 | 595 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29485, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29485, SC include Beech Hill Elementary School, Sand Hill Elementary School and Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29485?
9 public elementary schools are located in 29485.
What is the racial composition of students in 29485?
29485 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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