For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 134 students in 29202, SC.
Public high school in zipcode 29202 have an average reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the South Carolina public high schools of 77%).
Public high school in zipcode 29202 have a Graduation Rate of 65%, which is less than the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Midlands Middle College, with 60-69% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29202, SC Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 10-12 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 29202, SC?
The top ranked public high schools in 29202, SC include Midlands Middle College.
How many public high schools are located in 29202?
1 public high schools are located in 29202.
What is the racial composition of students in 29202?
29202 public high schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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