For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,573 students in 29640, SC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29640, SC are Dacusville Middle School and Richard H. Gettys Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 29640 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29640, SC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29640, SC Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dacusville Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
899 Thomas Mill Road
Easley, SC 29640
(864) 397-3525
Easley, SC 29640
(864) 397-3525
Gr: 6-8 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Richard H. Gettys Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
510 South Pendleton Street
Easley, SC 29640
(864) 397-3900
Easley, SC 29640
(864) 397-3900
Gr: 6-8 | 1,217 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29640, SC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29640, SC include Dacusville Middle School and Richard H. Gettys Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29640?
2 public middle schools are located in 29640.
What is the racial composition of students in 29640?
29640 public middle schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public middle schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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