Best Public Schools in Zip Code 29625

The 29625 zip code area is home to 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. The schools in this area serve a diverse student population, with varying levels of academic performance and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Among the standout schools is Pendleton High School, which consistently ranks among the top schools in the state with a 4-star rating. It boasts strong test scores, with over 80% proficiency in Algebra 1 and over 90% proficiency in English 2. In contrast, New Prospect Elementary lags behind the district and state averages in test scores. Whitehall Elementary has shown improvement in recent years, moving from a 2-star to a 3-star rating and performing on par or above the district and state averages, particularly in English Language Arts.

The data also reveals a strong correlation between poverty and academic achievement. Most of the schools in the 29625 zip code have very high free/reduced lunch rates, with 4 out of the 6 schools at 100%, indicating a high-poverty student population. Schools with higher poverty populations, such as New Prospect Elementary and Centerville Elementary, tend to have lower test scores. The schools in the Anderson 05 district appear to be performing better overall compared to the one school in the Anderson 04 district, highlighting the importance of district-level resources and support.