For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 964 students in 29418, SC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29418, SC are Palmetto Scholars Academy and Jerry Zucker Middle School Of Science. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 29418 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29418, SC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29418, SC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palmetto Scholars Academy
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7499 Dorchester Road
North Charleston, SC 29418
(843) 300-4118
North Charleston, SC 29418
(843) 300-4118
Gr: 6-12 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Jerry Zucker Middle School Of Science
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6401 Dorchester Road
North Charleston, SC 29418
(843) 767-8383
North Charleston, SC 29418
(843) 767-8383
Gr: 6-8 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
29418, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7350 Cross County Road
North Charleston, SC 29418
(803) 625-4135
North Charleston, SC 29418
(803) 625-4135
Gr: K-5 | 84 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29418, SC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29418, SC include Palmetto Scholars Academy and Jerry Zucker Middle School Of Science.
How many public middle schools are located in 29418?
2 public middle schools are located in 29418.
What is the racial composition of students in 29418?
29418 public middle schools minority enrollment is 72% 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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