For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,479 students in 29170, SC.
The top ranked public middle schools in 29170, SC are R. H. Fulmer Middle School and White Knoll Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 29170 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29170, SC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public middle school average of 51% (majority Black).
Best 29170, SC Public Middle Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
R. H. Fulmer Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1614 Walterboro St.
West Columbia, SC 29170
(803) 822-5660
West Columbia, SC 29170
(803) 822-5660
Grades: 6-8
| 648 students
Rank: #22.
White Knoll Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
116 White Knoll Way
West Columbia, SC 29170
(803) 821-4300
West Columbia, SC 29170
(803) 821-4300
Grades: 6-8
| 831 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 29170, SC?
The top ranked public middle schools in 29170, SC include R. H. Fulmer Middle School and White Knoll Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29170, SC?
2 public middle schools are located in 29170, SC.
What is the racial composition of students in 29170, SC?
29170, SC public middle schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public middle schools average of 51% (majority Black).
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