For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 770 students in 29697, SC.
The top ranked public middle school in 29697, SC is Palmetto Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 29697 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29697, SC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29697, SC Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palmetto Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
803 North Hamilton Street
Williamston, SC 29697
(864) 847-4333
Williamston, SC 29697
(864) 847-4333
Gr: 6-8 | 770 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 29697, SC?
The top ranked public middle schools in 29697, SC include Palmetto Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29697?
1 public middle schools are located in 29697.
What is the racial composition of students in 29697?
29697 public middle schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public middle schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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