For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 5,763 students in 29169, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29169, SC are Gray Collegiate Academy, East Point Academy and Saluda River Academy For The Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29169 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29169, SC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the South Carolina public elementary school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29169, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gray Collegiate Academy
Charter School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3833 Leaphart Road
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 951-3321
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 951-3321
Gr: 6-12 | 935 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
East Point Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
Elementary Campus
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 926-5180
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 926-5180
Gr: PK-8 | 724 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Saluda River Academy For The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1520 Duke Avenue
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 739-4095
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 739-4095
Gr: PK-5 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #44.
South Carolina Virtual Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2023 Platt Springs Road
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 253-6222
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 253-6222
Gr: K-12 | 2,180 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #55.
Riverbank Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
160 Cougar Drive
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 936-3400
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 936-3400
Gr: PK-5 | 996 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
Northside Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
157 Cougar Drive
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 739-4190
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 739-4190
Gr: 6-8 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29169, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29169, SC include Gray Collegiate Academy, East Point Academy and Saluda River Academy For The Arts.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29169?
6 public elementary schools are located in 29169.
What is the racial composition of students in 29169?
29169 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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