For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 557 students in 29160, SC.
The top ranked public middle school in 29160, SC is Sandy Run School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 29160 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29160, SC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29160, SC Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sandy Run School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
450 Old Swamp Road
Swansea, SC 29160
(803) 655-2746
Swansea, SC 29160
(803) 655-2746
Grades: PK-8
| 557 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 29160, SC?
The top ranked public middle schools in 29160, SC include Sandy Run School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29160?
1 public middle schools are located in 29160.
What is the racial composition of students in 29160?
29160 public middle schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public middle schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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