For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,338 students in 29170, SC.
The top ranked public high school in 29170, SC is Airport High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 29170 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 77% statewide average). High schools in 29170, SC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29170 have a Graduation Rate of 74%, which is less than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Airport High School, with 74% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29170, SC Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Airport High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1315 Boston Avenue
West Columbia, SC 29170
(803) 822-5600
West Columbia, SC 29170
(803) 822-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,338 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 29170, SC?
The top ranked public high schools in 29170, SC include Airport High School.
How many public high schools are located in 29170?
1 public high schools are located in 29170.
What is the racial composition of students in 29170?
29170 public high schools minority enrollment is 62% 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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