For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 365 students in 29860, SC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 29860, SC is Merriwether Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 29860 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29860, SC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% 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 29860, SC Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Merriwether Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
430 Murrah Road
North Augusta, SC 29860
(803) 279-2511
North Augusta, SC 29860
(803) 279-2511
Gr: 6-8 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
29860, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29860, SC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29860, SC include Merriwether Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29860?
1 public middle schools are located in 29860.
What is the racial composition of students in 29860?
29860 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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