For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,138 students in 29505, SC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 29505, SC is Southside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 29505 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29505, SC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29505, SC Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southside Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
209 W. Jones Paul Road
Florence, SC 29505
(843) 664-8467
Florence, SC 29505
(843) 664-8467
Gr: 6-8 | 1,138 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29505, SC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29505, SC include Southside Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29505?
1 public middle schools are located in 29505.
What is the racial composition of students in 29505?
29505 public middle schools minority enrollment is 68% 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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