For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 3,941 students in 29732, SC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29732, SC are York Preparatory Academy, Riverwalk Academy and Dutchman Creek Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 29732 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29732, SC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29732, SC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
York Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1047 Golden Gate Court
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 324-4400
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 324-4400
Gr: K-12 | 1,681 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Riverwalk Academy
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5750 Mount Gallant Road
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 327-8400
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 327-8400
Gr: K-12 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Dutchman Creek Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4757 Mount Gallant Road
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 985-1700
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 985-1700
Gr: 6-8 | 868 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #44.
Rawlinson Road Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2631 West Main Street
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 981-1500
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 981-1500
Gr: 6-8 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #55.
The Palmetto School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
386 East Black Street
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 328-6555
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 328-6555
Gr: PK-8 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
29732, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2240 Rosewood Drive
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 981-1540
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 981-1540
Gr: PK-5 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29732, SC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29732, SC include York Preparatory Academy, Riverwalk Academy and Dutchman Creek Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29732?
5 public middle schools are located in 29732.
What is the racial composition of students in 29732?
29732 public middle schools minority enrollment is 41% 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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