For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,527 students in 29456, SC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29456, SC are Oakbrook Middle School and College Park Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 29456 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29456, SC have an average ranking of 3/10, 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 29456, SC Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oakbrook Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
286 Old Fort Road
Ladson, SC 29456
(843) 873-9750
Ladson, SC 29456
(843) 873-9750
Gr: 6-8 | 861 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
College Park Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
713 College Park Road
Ladson, SC 29456
(843) 553-8300
Ladson, SC 29456
(843) 553-8300
Gr: 6-8 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29456, SC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29456, SC include Oakbrook Middle School and College Park Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29456?
2 public middle schools are located in 29456.
What is the racial composition of students in 29456?
29456 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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