For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 390 students in 29940, SC.
The top-ranked public high school in 29940, SC is Whale Branch Early College High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 29940 have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 76% statewide average). High schools in 29940, SC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29940 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Whale Branch Early College High School, with 80-84% 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 29940, SC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whale Branch Early College High School
Magnet School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
169 Detour Road
Seabrook, SC 29940
(843) 466-2700
Seabrook, SC 29940
(843) 466-2700
Gr: 9-12 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 29940, SC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 29940, SC include Whale Branch Early College High School.
How many public high schools are located in 29940?
1 public high schools are located in 29940.
What is the racial composition of students in 29940?
29940 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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