For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 247 students in 29202, SC (there are , serving 12 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 29202, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 29202, SC are Midlands Middle College and Carolina School For Inquiry. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29202 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29202, SC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29202, SC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Midlands Middle College
Charter School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 60-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1260 Lexington Drive
Columbia, SC 29202
(803) 822-7043
Columbia, SC 29202
(803) 822-7043
Grades: 10-12
| 134 students
Rank: #22.
Carolina School For Inquiry
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7405-a Fairfield Road
Columbia, SC 29202
(803) 691-1250
Columbia, SC 29202
(803) 691-1250
Grades: PK-6
| 113 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29202, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29202, SC include Midlands Middle College and Carolina School For Inquiry.
How many public schools are located in 29202?
2 public schools are located in 29202.
What percentage of students in 29202 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 29202 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29202?
29202 public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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