For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 806 students in 29571, SC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29571, SC are Creek Bridge Stem Academy and Johnakin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 29571 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29571, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29571, SC Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Creek Bridge Stem Academy
(Math: 14% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6641 South Highway 41
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 362-3500
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 362-3500
Gr: PK-8 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Johnakin Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
601 Gurley Street
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 423-8360
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 423-8360
Gr: 6-8 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
29571, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6641 South Highway 41
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 362-3500
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 362-3500
Gr: 6-12 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29571, SC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29571, SC include Creek Bridge Stem Academy and Johnakin Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29571?
2 public middle schools are located in 29571.
What is the racial composition of students in 29571?
29571 public middle schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public middle schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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