Best Public Schools in Zip Code 29420


Summary:

The 29420 zip code area in South Carolina is home to 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school, spread across two different school districts - Dorchester 02 and Charleston 01. While the area has a mix of high-performing and lower-performing schools, Fort Dorchester High School stands out as a top-ranked high school in the state, with strong test scores and a 4-star rating.

The schools in the 29420 zip code area face significant challenges, with several having very high poverty rates, as indicated by their 100% free/reduced lunch eligibility. This is particularly evident at Northwoods Middle and Pinehurst Elementary, which struggle with academic proficiency, especially in mathematics. In contrast, River Oaks Middle stands out for its exceptional performance in Algebra 1, with 96.77% of students proficient or better.

The data also reveals significant disparities in student outcomes across the schools, with the Dorchester 02 district generally outperforming the Charleston 01 district. This highlights the importance of addressing equity and access issues to ensure all students in the 29420 zip code area have the opportunity to succeed, regardless of their socioeconomic background or the school they attend.








Cities Near Zip Code 29420

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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the South Carolina Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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