For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 409 students in 29624, SC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 29624, SC is Southwood Academy For The Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 29624 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29624, SC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29624, SC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwood Academy For The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1110 Southwood Street
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 260-5205
Anderson, SC 29624
(864) 260-5205
Gr: 6-8 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29624, SC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29624, SC include Southwood Academy For The Arts.
How many public middle schools are located in 29624?
1 public middle schools are located in 29624.
What is the racial composition of students in 29624?
29624 public middle schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public middle schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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