Schools near ZIP 29541

4 public schools within 6 miles, nearest first.

All schools in Effingham

Subject percentages show the share of students who met or exceeded the state standard.

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Dewey-Carter Elementary
Grades PK–5 · Florence 01
2.3 mi
52%
−2 vs state
63%
−1 vs state
51%
−1 vs state
Not enough years of data — 14% 606 Black 43%
Southside Middle
Grades 6–8 · Florence 01
4.8 mi
36%
−7 vs state
53%
−6 vs state
51%
−1 vs state
Not enough years of data — 12% 1,138 Black 51%
South Florence High
Grades 9–12 · Florence 01
5.0 mi
83%
+40 vs state · 2024-25
64%
−5 vs state
40%
−6 vs state
6% Average of math, English and science: 46% in 2022-23 → 52% in 2025-26 — 13% 1,580 Black 50%
Greenwood Elementary
Grades K–5 · Florence 01
5.5 mi
38%
−16 vs state
55%
−9 vs state
41%
−10 vs state
Not enough years of data — 12% 530 Black 64%

Overall change: average of the three subjects, latest year vs. 3 years earlier (↑4% means the average rate went up 4 points, e.g. 82% → 86%; — means within ±2%). Low income = eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Special ed = students with an IEP (special education).