For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 676 students in 29436, SC.
The top ranked public schools in 29436, SC are Cross Elementary School and Cross High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29436 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29436, SC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
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School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Cross Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1325 Ranger Drive
Cross, SC 29436
(843) 899-8916
Cross, SC 29436
(843) 899-8916
Gr: PK-6 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Cross High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1293 Old Highway 6
Cross, SC 29436
(843) 899-8900
Cross, SC 29436
(843) 899-8900
Gr: 7-12 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29436, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29436, SC include Cross Elementary School and Cross High School.
How many public schools are located in 29436?
2 public schools are located in 29436.
What is the racial composition of students in 29436?
29436 public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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