For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 391 students in 29040, SC.
The top ranked public school in 29040, SC is Hillcrest Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 29040 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29040, SC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29040, SC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hillcrest Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4355 Peach Orchard Road
Dalzell, SC 29040
(803) 499-3341
Dalzell, SC 29040
(803) 499-3341
Grades: 6-8
| 391 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29040, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29040, SC include Hillcrest Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 29040?
1 public schools are located in 29040.
What is the racial composition of students in 29040?
29040 public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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