For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 4,367 students in 29169, SC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29169, SC are Gray Collegiate Academy, East Point Academy and Northside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 29169 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29169, SC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29169, SC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gray Collegiate Academy
Charter School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3833 Leaphart Road
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 951-3321
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 951-3321
Gr: 6-12 | 935 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
East Point Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
Elementary Campus
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 926-5180
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 926-5180
Gr: PK-8 | 724 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Northside Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
157 Cougar Drive
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 739-4190
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 739-4190
Gr: 6-8 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29169, SC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29169, SC include Gray Collegiate Academy, East Point Academy and Northside Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29169?
4 public middle schools are located in 29169.
What is the racial composition of students in 29169?
29169 public middle schools minority enrollment is 47% 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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