For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,478 students in 29803, SC (there are 2 private schools, serving 380 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 Silver Bluff High School, South Aiken 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 41% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 52% 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 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29803, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Silver Bluff High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
64 Desoto Drive
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 652-8100
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 652-8100
Gr: 9-12 | 756 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
South Aiken High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
232 East Pine Log Road
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 641-2600
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 641-2600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,349 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Chukker Creek Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1830 Chukker Creek Road
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 641-2474
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 641-2474
Gr: PK-5 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #44.
Millbrook Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
255 East Pine Log Road
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 641-2580
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 641-2580
Gr: PK-5 | 664 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #55.
Aiken Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2050 Pine Log Road
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 641-2740
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 641-2740
Gr: PK-5 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #66.
Redcliffe Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
22 Double Springs Road
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 827-3350
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 827-3350
Gr: PK-5 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #77.
M. B. Kennedy Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
274 East Pine Log Road
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 641-2470
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 641-2470
Gr: 6-8 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: n/an/a
Horse Creek Academy
Charter School
1200 Toolebeck Road
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 646-3506
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 646-3506
Gr: K-12 | 1,392 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29803, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29803, SC include Silver Bluff High School, South Aiken High School and Chukker Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29803?
8 public schools are located in 29803.
What percentage of students in 29803 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 29803 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29803?
29803 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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