For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,259 students in 29205, SC.
The top ranked public high schools in 29205, SC are Dreher High School and Richland One Charter Middle College. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high schools in zipcode 29205 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 77% statewide average). High schools in 29205, SC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Carolina public high schools.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 29205 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Richland One Charter Middle College, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29205, SC ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dreher High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3319 Millwood Avenue
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 253-7000
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 253-7000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,155 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Richland One Charter Middle College
Charter School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 80-89% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
316 South Beltline Boulevard R
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 738-7114
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 738-7114
Gr: 11-12 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 29205, SC?
The top ranked public high schools in 29205, SC include Dreher High School and Richland One Charter Middle College.
How many public high schools are located in 29205?
2 public high schools are located in 29205.
What is the racial composition of students in 29205?
29205 public high schools minority enrollment is 65% 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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