For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 684 students in 29360, SC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29360, SC are Laurens Middle School and Sanders Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 29360 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29360, SC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29360, SC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Laurens Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1035 West Main Street
Laurens, SC 29360
(864) 984-2400
Laurens, SC 29360
(864) 984-2400
Gr: 6-8 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Sanders Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
609 Green Street
Laurens, SC 29360
(864) 984-0354
Laurens, SC 29360
(864) 984-0354
Gr: 6-8 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29360, SC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29360, SC include Laurens Middle School and Sanders Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29360?
2 public middle schools are located in 29360.
What is the racial composition of students in 29360?
29360 public middle schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public middle schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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