For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 649 students in 29078, SC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 29078, SC is Lugoff-elgin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 29078 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29078, SC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29078, SC Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lugoff-elgin Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1244 Highway 1 South
Lugoff, SC 29078
(803) 438-3591
Lugoff, SC 29078
(803) 438-3591
Gr: 6-8 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29078, SC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29078, SC include Lugoff-elgin Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29078?
1 public middle schools are located in 29078.
What is the racial composition of students in 29078?
29078 public middle schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public middle schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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