For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 7,292 students in 29621, SC (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,004 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 29621, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 29621, SC are T. L. Hanna High School, North Pointe Elementary School and Midway Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29621 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29621, SC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% 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 54% (majority Black).
Best 29621, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
T. L. Hanna High School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2600 Highway 81 North
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 260-5110
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 260-5110
Gr: 9-12 | 1,899 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
North Pointe Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3325 Highway 81 North
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 260-5040
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 260-5040
Gr: PK-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Midway Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1221 Harriett Circle
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 716-3800
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 716-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 675 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Concord Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2701 Calrossie Road
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 260-5105
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 260-5105
Gr: PK-5 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #55.
Mccants Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2123 Marchbanks Avenue
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 260-5145
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 260-5145
Gr: 6-8 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #66.
Glenview Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2575 Old Williamston Road
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 716-4060
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 716-4060
Gr: 6-8 | 677 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #77.
Calhoun Academy Of The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1520 East Calhoun Street
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 260-5090
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 260-5090
Gr: PK-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #88.
Nevitt Forest Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Bolt Drive
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 260-5190
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 260-5190
Gr: PK-5 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: n/an/a
South Carolina Preparatory Academy
Charter School
1650 E Greenville Street Suite
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 280-9806
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 280-9806
Gr: 6-12 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
South Carolina Preparatory Leadership School
Charter School
1650 E Greenville Street Suite
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 202-6341
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 202-6341
Gr: 6-12 | 1,005 students Student-teacher ratio: 59:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29621, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29621, SC include T. L. Hanna High School, North Pointe Elementary School and Midway Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29621?
10 public schools are located in 29621.
What percentage of students in 29621 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 29621 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29621?
29621 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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