For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,037 students in 29108, SC (there are 2 private schools, serving 235 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 29108, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 29108, SC are Reuben Elementary School, Boundary St. Elementary School and Gallman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29108 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29108, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29108, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Reuben Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3605 Spearman Road
Newberry, SC 29108
(803) 321-2664
Newberry, SC 29108
(803) 321-2664
Gr: PK-5 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Boundary St. Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1406 Boundary Street
Newberry, SC 29108
(803) 321-2616
Newberry, SC 29108
(803) 321-2616
Gr: PK-5 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #33.
Gallman Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
255 Hawkins Road
Newberry, SC 29108
(803) 321-2655
Newberry, SC 29108
(803) 321-2655
Gr: PK-5 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #44.
Newberry Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
125 O'neal Street
Newberry, SC 29108
(803) 321-2640
Newberry, SC 29108
(803) 321-2640
Gr: 6-8 | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #55.
Newberry Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1829 Nance Street
Newberry, SC 29108
(803) 321-2670
Newberry, SC 29108
(803) 321-2670
Gr: PK-5 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: n/an/a
Newberry County Career Center
Vocational School
3413 Main Street
Newberry, SC 29108
(803) 321-2674
Newberry, SC 29108
(803) 321-2674
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29108, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29108, SC include Reuben Elementary School, Boundary St. Elementary School and Gallman Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29108?
6 public schools are located in 29108.
What percentage of students in 29108 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 29108 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29108?
29108 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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