Best 29229 South Carolina Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,976 students in 29229, SC.
The top ranked public middle schools in 29229, SC are Summit Parkway Middle School and Longleaf Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 29229 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29229, SC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).

Best 29229, SC Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Summit Parkway Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
200 Summit Parkway
Columbia, SC 29229
(803) 699-3580
Gr: K-8 | 1,176 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Longleaf Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1160 Longreen Parkway
Columbia, SC 29229
(803) 691-4870
Gr: 6-8 | 800 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 29229 South Carolina

29229, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
425 Summit Terrace Court Build
Columbia, SC 29229
(803) 567-5634
Gr: K-3 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public middle schools in 29229, SC?
The top ranked public middle schools in 29229, SC include Summit Parkway Middle School and Longleaf Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29229?
2 public middle schools are located in 29229.
What is the racial composition of students in 29229?
29229 public middle schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public middle schools average of 52% (majority Black).

Recent Articles

10 Advantages of Public Education in 2025
10 Advantages of Public Education in 2025
Explore 10 key benefits of public education in 2025, with fresh statistics, expert insights, and real-world examples for parents and educators.
COVID-19’s Lasting Impact on U.S. Public Schools (2025)
COVID-19’s Lasting Impact on U.S. Public Schools (2025)
Explore how COVID-19 continues to affect U.S. public schools in 2025: learning losses, enrollment shifts, mental health, and recovery strategies.

Quick Links