For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 182 students in 29479, SC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 29479, SC is St. Stephen Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 29479 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29479, SC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29479, SC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
St. Stephen Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
225 Carolina Avenue
Saint Stephen, SC 29479
(843) 567-3128
Saint Stephen, SC 29479
(843) 567-3128
Gr: 6-8 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29479, SC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29479, SC include St. Stephen Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29479?
1 public middle schools are located in 29479.
What is the racial composition of students in 29479?
29479 public middle schools minority enrollment is 79% 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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