For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,391 students in 29115, SC (there are 5 private schools, serving 309 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 29115, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 29115, SC are Brookdale Elementary School, Whittaker Elementary School and Sheridan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29115 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29115, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29115, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brookdale Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
394 Brookdale Drive
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 534-5982
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 534-5982
Gr: PK-5 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Whittaker Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
790 Whittaker Parkway
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 534-6559
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 534-6559
Gr: PK-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Sheridan Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1139 Hillsboro Road
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 534-7504
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 534-7504
Gr: PK-5 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
William J. Clark Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
919 Bennett Avenue
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 531-2200
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 531-2200
Gr: 6-8 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Mellichamp Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
350 Murray Road
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 534-8044
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 534-8044
Gr: 3-5 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Robert E. Howard Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1255 Belleville Road
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 534-5470
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 534-5470
Gr: 6-8 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Willie Jeffries School Of Excellence
Charter School
3000 Five Chop Road
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 250-5717
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 250-5717
Gr: K-6 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29115, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29115, SC include Brookdale Elementary School, Whittaker Elementary School and Sheridan Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29115?
7 public schools are located in 29115.
What percentage of students in 29115 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 29115 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29115?
29115 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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