For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,041 students in 29180, SC (there are 1 private school, serving 243 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 29180, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 29180, SC are Fairfield Magnet For Math And Science, Fairfield Central High School and Kelly Miller Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29180 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29180, SC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29180, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairfield Magnet For Math And Science
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1647 Us Highway 321 Bypass Nor
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-4810
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-4810
Gr: PK-6 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Fairfield Central High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
836 Us Highway 321 Bypass Sout
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-1441
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-1441
Gr: 9-12 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Kelly Miller Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
255 Kelly Miller Road
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-2961
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-2961
Gr: PK-6 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Midlands Stem Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
854 Hwy 321 Business South
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 815-1524
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 815-1524
Gr: PK-12 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #55.
Fairfield Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
728 Us Highway 321 Bypass Sout
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-4270
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-4270
Gr: 7-8 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #66.
Fairfield Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
175 Medley Road
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-5594
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-5594
Gr: PK-6 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
Fairfield Career And Technology Center
Vocational School
790 Us Highway 321 North
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-5506
Winnsboro, SC 29180
(803) 635-5506
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29180, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29180, SC include Fairfield Magnet For Math And Science, Fairfield Central High School and Kelly Miller Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29180?
7 public schools are located in 29180.
What percentage of students in 29180 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 29180 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29180?
29180 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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