For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 271 students in 29809, SC.
The top ranked public middle school in 29809, SC is New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 29809 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29809, SC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29809, SC Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
814 Main Street South
New Ellenton, SC 29809
(803) 652-8200
New Ellenton, SC 29809
(803) 652-8200
Grades: 6-8
| 271 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 29809, SC?
The top ranked public middle schools in 29809, SC include New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29809?
1 public middle schools are located in 29809.
What is the racial composition of students in 29809?
29809 public middle schools minority enrollment is 54% 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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