For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,478 students in 29420, SC.
The top ranked public middle schools in 29420, SC are River Oaks Middle School and Northwoods Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 29420 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29420, SC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29420, SC Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
River Oaks Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8642 River Oaks Drive
North Charleston, SC 29420
(843) 695-2470
North Charleston, SC 29420
(843) 695-2470
Grades: 6-8
| 801 students
Rank: #22.
Northwoods Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7763 Northside Drive
North Charleston, SC 29420
(843) 764-2212
North Charleston, SC 29420
(843) 764-2212
Grades: 6-8
| 677 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 29420, SC?
The top ranked public middle schools in 29420, SC include River Oaks Middle School and Northwoods Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29420?
2 public middle schools are located in 29420.
What is the racial composition of students in 29420?
29420 public middle schools minority enrollment is 84% 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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