For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 557 students in 29160, SC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 29160, SC is Sandy Run School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 29160 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29160, SC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29160, SC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sandy Run School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
450 Old Swamp Road
Swansea, SC 29160
(803) 655-2746
Swansea, SC 29160
(803) 655-2746
Gr: PK-8 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29160, SC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29160, SC include Sandy Run School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29160?
1 public middle schools are located in 29160.
What is the racial composition of students in 29160?
29160 public middle schools minority enrollment is 45% 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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