For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 513 students in 29123, SC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 29123, SC is Pelion Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 29123 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29123, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29123, SC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pelion Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
325 Main Street
Pelion, SC 29123
(803) 821-2300
Pelion, SC 29123
(803) 821-2300
Gr: 6-8 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29123, SC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29123, SC include Pelion Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29123?
1 public middle schools are located in 29123.
What is the racial composition of students in 29123?
29123 public middle schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public middle schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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