For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,051 students in 29053, SC.
The top ranked public schools in 29053, SC are Frances F. Mack Intermediate and Sandhills Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29053 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29053, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29053, SC Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Frances F. Mack Intermediate
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
161 Gaston Street
Gaston, SC 29053
(803) 490-7004
Gaston, SC 29053
(803) 490-7004
Grades: 5-6
| 538 students
Rank: #22.
Sandhills Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
582 Meadowfield Road
Gaston, SC 29053
(803) 490-7005
Gaston, SC 29053
(803) 490-7005
Grades: 7-8
| 513 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29053, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29053, SC include Frances F. Mack Intermediate and Sandhills Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 29053?
2 public schools are located in 29053.
What is the racial composition of students in 29053?
29053 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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