For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 457 students in 29718, SC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 29718, SC is New Heights Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 29718 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29718, SC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29718, SC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Heights Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5738 Highway 151
Jefferson, SC 29718
(843) 658-6830
Jefferson, SC 29718
(843) 658-6830
Gr: 6-8 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29718, SC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29718, SC include New Heights Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29718?
1 public middle schools are located in 29718.
What is the racial composition of students in 29718?
29718 public middle schools minority enrollment is 69% 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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