For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 149 students in 29487, SC.
The top-ranked public school in 29487, SC is Edith L. Frierson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 29487 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29487, SC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29487, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edith L. Frierson Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6133 Maybank Highway
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
(843) 559-1182
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
(843) 559-1182
Gr: PK-6 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29487, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29487, SC include Edith L. Frierson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29487?
1 public schools are located in 29487.
What is the racial composition of students in 29487?
29487 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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