For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,144 students in 29803, SC (there are 2 private schools, serving 426 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 29803, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 29803, SC are South Aiken High School, Silver Bluff High School and Chukker Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29803 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 48% statewide average). Schools in 29803, SC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29803, SC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Aiken High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
232 East Pine Log Road
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 641-2600
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 641-2600
Grades: 9-12
| 1,349 students
Rank: #22.
Silver Bluff High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
64 Desoto Drive
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 652-8100
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 652-8100
Grades: 9-12
| 624 students
Rank: #33.
Chukker Creek Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1830 Chukker Creek Road
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 641-2474
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 641-2474
Grades: PK-5
| 648 students
Rank: #44.
Millbrook Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
255 East Pine Log Road
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 641-2580
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 641-2580
Grades: PK-5
| 651 students
Rank: #55.
Redcliffe Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
22 Double Springs Road
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 827-3350
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 827-3350
Grades: PK-5
| 647 students
Rank: #66.
Aiken Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2050 Pine Log Road
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 641-2740
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 641-2740
Grades: PK-5
| 528 students
Rank: #77.
M. B. Kennedy Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
274 East Pine Log Road
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 641-2470
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 641-2470
Grades: 6-8
| 633 students
Rank: n/an/a
Horse Creek Academy
Charter School
1200 Toolebeck Road
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 226-0160
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 226-0160
Grades: K-10
| 1,064 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29803, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29803, SC include South Aiken High School, Silver Bluff High School and Chukker Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29803, SC?
8 public schools are located in 29803, SC.
What percentage of students in 29803, SC go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 29803, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29803, SC?
29803, SC public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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