For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 783 students in 29630, SC.
The top ranked public middle school in 29630, SC is R. C. Edwards Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 29630 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29630, SC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29630, SC Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
R. C. Edwards Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1157 Madden Bridge Road
Central, SC 29630
(864) 397-4200
Central, SC 29630
(864) 397-4200
Grades: 6-8
| 783 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 29630, SC?
The top ranked public middle schools in 29630, SC include R. C. Edwards Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29630?
1 public middle schools are located in 29630.
What is the racial composition of students in 29630?
29630 public middle schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public middle schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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