For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 741 students in 29706, SC.
The top-ranked public high school in 29706, SC is Chester Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 29706 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 77% statewide average). High schools in 29706, SC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29706 have a Graduation Rate of 73%, which is less than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Chester Senior High School, with 73% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29706, SC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chester Senior High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1330 J. A. Cochran Bypass
Chester, SC 29706
(803) 377-3161
Chester, SC 29706
(803) 377-3161
Gr: 9-12 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
Chester County Career Center
Vocational School
1324 J. A. Cochran Bypass
Chester, SC 29706
(803) 377-1991
Chester, SC 29706
(803) 377-1991
Gr: 9-12
29706, South Carolina 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
835 Lancaster Hwy
Chester, SC 29706
(803) 581-7275
Chester, SC 29706
(803) 581-7275
Gr: PK-5 | 1,959 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 29706, SC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 29706, SC include Chester Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 29706?
2 public high schools are located in 29706.
What is the racial composition of students in 29706?
29706 public high schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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