For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,277 students in 29170, SC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29170, SC are Springdale Elementary School, White Knoll Elementary School and R. H. Fulmer Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 29170 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 29170, SC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29170, SC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Springdale Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
361 Wattling Road
West Columbia, SC 29170
(803) 739-4175
West Columbia, SC 29170
(803) 739-4175
Gr: PK-5 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
White Knoll Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
132 White Knoll Way
West Columbia, SC 29170
(803) 821-4500
West Columbia, SC 29170
(803) 821-4500
Gr: PK-5 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
R. H. Fulmer Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1614 Walterboro St.
West Columbia, SC 29170
(803) 822-5660
West Columbia, SC 29170
(803) 822-5660
Gr: 6-8 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #44.
White Knoll Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
116 White Knoll Way
West Columbia, SC 29170
(803) 821-4300
West Columbia, SC 29170
(803) 821-4300
Gr: 6-8 | 693 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 29170, SC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 29170, SC include Springdale Elementary School, White Knoll Elementary School and R. H. Fulmer Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 29170?
4 public elementary schools are located in 29170.
What is the racial composition of students in 29170?
29170 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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