For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,027 students in 29053, SC.
The top ranked public schools in 29053, SC are Sandhills Middle School and Frances F. Mack Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29053 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29053, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 29053, SC Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sandhills Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
582 Meadowfield Road
Gaston, SC 29053
(803) 490-7005
Gaston, SC 29053
(803) 490-7005
Gr: 7-8 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Frances F. Mack Intermediate
(Math: 15% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
161 Gaston Street
Gaston, SC 29053
(803) 490-7004
Gaston, SC 29053
(803) 490-7004
Gr: 5-6 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 29053, SC?
The top ranked public schools in 29053, SC include Sandhills Middle School and Frances F. Mack Intermediate.
How many public schools are located in 29053?
2 public schools are located in 29053.
What is the racial composition of students in 29053?
29053 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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