For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 356 students in 29801, SC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 29801, SC is Schofield Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 29801 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29801, SC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29801, SC Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Schofield Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
224 Kershaw Street Northeast
Aiken, SC 29801
(803) 641-2770
Aiken, SC 29801
(803) 641-2770
Gr: 7-8 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
29801, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
101 Gator Lane
Aiken, SC 29801
(803) 641-2570
Aiken, SC 29801
(803) 641-2570
Gr: 6-8 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29801, SC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29801, SC include Schofield Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29801?
1 public middle schools are located in 29801.
What is the racial composition of students in 29801?
29801 public middle schools minority enrollment is 79% 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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