For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,259 students in 29010, SC (there are 1 private school, serving 358 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 29010, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 29010, SC are Lee Central High School, Pee Dee Math Sci & Technical and Dennis Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29010 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29010, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29010, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lee Central High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1800 Wisacky Highway
Bishopville, SC 29010
(803) 428-4010
Bishopville, SC 29010
(803) 428-4010
Gr: 9-12 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Pee Dee Math Sci & Technical
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
101 Docs Drive
Bishopville, SC 29010
(803) 428-8400
Bishopville, SC 29010
(803) 428-8400
Gr: K-12 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Dennis Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
321 Roland Street
Bishopville, SC 29010
(803) 483-1005
Bishopville, SC 29010
(803) 483-1005
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Lee Central Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
41 Charlene Lane
Bishopville, SC 29010
(803) 428-2100
Bishopville, SC 29010
(803) 428-2100
Gr: 6-8 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
Lee High School
Alternative School
990 Wisacky Highway
Bishopville, SC 29010
(803) 896-2531
Bishopville, SC 29010
(803) 896-2531
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29010, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29010, SC include Lee Central High School, Pee Dee Math Sci & Technical and Dennis Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29010?
5 public schools are located in 29010.
What percentage of students in 29010 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 29010 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29010?
29010 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.