For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,267 students in 29588, SC.
The top ranked public middle schools in 29588, SC are Socastee Middle School, St. James Middle School and Forestbrook Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 29588 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29588, SC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29588, SC Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Socastee Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
151 Sheffield Road
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
(843) 903-6051
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
(843) 903-6051
Grades: 6-8
| 540 students
Rank: #22.
St. James Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9775 St. James Road
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
(843) 650-5543
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
(843) 650-5543
Grades: 6-8
| 907 students
Rank: #33.
Forestbrook Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4430 Gator Lane
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
(843) 236-7300
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
(843) 236-7300
Grades: 6-8
| 820 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 29588, SC?
The top ranked public middle schools in 29588, SC include Socastee Middle School, St. James Middle School and Forestbrook Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29588?
3 public middle schools are located in 29588.
What is the racial composition of students in 29588?
29588 public middle schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public middle schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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