For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,059 students in 29702, SC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29702, SC are Blacksburg Elementary School and Blacksburg Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29702 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29702, SC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29702, SC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Blacksburg Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
402 Hardin Street
Blacksburg, SC 29702
(864) 206-6518
Blacksburg, SC 29702
(864) 206-6518
Grades: 3-5
| 321 students
Rank: #22.
Blacksburg Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
101 London Street
Blacksburg, SC 29702
(864) 206-6829
Blacksburg, SC 29702
(864) 206-6829
Grades: 6-8
| 366 students
Rank: n/an/a
1010 East Cherokee Street
Blacksburg, SC 29702
(864) 206-6936
Blacksburg, SC 29702
(864) 206-6936
Grades: PK-2
| 372 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 29702, SC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 29702, SC include Blacksburg Elementary School and Blacksburg Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29702?
3 public elementary schools are located in 29702.
What is the racial composition of students in 29702?
29702 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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