For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,016 students in 29150, SC.
The top ranked public high school in 29150, SC is Lakewood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 29150 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 77% statewide average). High schools in 29150, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29150 have a Graduation Rate of 67%, which is less than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lakewood High School, with 67% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29150, SC Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lakewood High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
350 Old Manning Road
Sumter, SC 29150
(803) 506-2700
Sumter, SC 29150
(803) 506-2700
Grades: 9-12
| 1,016 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 29150, SC?
The top ranked public high schools in 29150, SC include Lakewood High School.
How many public high schools are located in 29150?
1 public high schools are located in 29150.
What is the racial composition of students in 29150?
29150 public high schools minority enrollment is 69% 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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