For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,048 students in 29650, SC.
The top ranked public middle school in 29650, SC is Riverside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 29650 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29650, SC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29650, SC Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Riverside Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
615 Hammett Bridge Road
Greer, SC 29650
(864) 355-7900
Greer, SC 29650
(864) 355-7900
Grades: 6-8
| 1,048 students
29650, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Palmetto Charter School (Closed 2006)
Charter School
2259 River Road
Greer, SC 29650
(864) 849-0093
Greer, SC 29650
(864) 849-0093
Grades: 6-9
| 35 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 29650, SC?
The top ranked public middle schools in 29650, SC include Riverside Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29650?
1 public middle schools are located in 29650.
What is the racial composition of students in 29650?
29650 public middle schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the South Carolina public middle schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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