For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,218 students in 29061, SC.
The top-ranked public high school in 29061, SC is Lower Richland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 29061 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 76% statewide average). High schools in 29061, SC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29061 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lower Richland High School, with 82% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29061, SC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lower Richland High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2615 Lower Richland Boulevard
Hopkins, SC 29061
(803) 695-3000
Hopkins, SC 29061
(803) 695-3000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,218 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 29061, SC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 29061, SC include Lower Richland High School.
How many public high schools are located in 29061?
1 public high schools are located in 29061.
What is the racial composition of students in 29061?
29061 public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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