For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,030 students in 29036, SC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 29036, SC is Chapin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 29036 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29036, SC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29036, SC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chapin Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11661 Broad River Road
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 722-5500
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 722-5500
Gr: 7-8 | 1,030 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
29036, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
510 Lexington Ave, Suite 102
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 735-9110
Chapin, SC 29036
(803) 735-9110
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29036, SC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29036, SC include Chapin Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29036?
1 public middle schools are located in 29036.
What is the racial composition of students in 29036?
29036 public middle schools minority enrollment is 20% 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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