For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 348 students in 29902, SC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 29902, SC is Beaufort Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 29902 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29902, SC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29902, SC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beaufort Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2501 Mossy Oaks Boulevard
Beaufort, SC 29902
(843) 322-5700
Beaufort, SC 29902
(843) 322-5700
Gr: 6-8 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29902, SC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29902, SC include Beaufort Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29902?
1 public middle schools are located in 29902.
What is the racial composition of students in 29902?
29902 public middle schools minority enrollment is 67% 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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