For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 2,301 students in 29420, SC.
The top ranked public high school in 29420, SC is Fort Dorchester High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 29420 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 88% (versus the 77% statewide average). High schools in 29420, SC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Carolina public high schools.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 29420 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Fort Dorchester High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29420, SC ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fort Dorchester High School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8500 Patriot Boulevard
North Charleston, SC 29420
(843) 760-4450
North Charleston, SC 29420
(843) 760-4450
Gr: 9-12 | 2,301 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 29420, SC?
The top ranked public high schools in 29420, SC include Fort Dorchester High School.
How many public high schools are located in 29420?
1 public high schools are located in 29420.
What is the racial composition of students in 29420?
29420 public high schools minority enrollment is 70% 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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