For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 932 students in 29061, SC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29061, SC are Hopkins Middle School and Southeast Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 29061 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29061, SC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29061, SC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hopkins Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1601 Clarkson Road
Hopkins, SC 29061
(803) 695-3331
Hopkins, SC 29061
(803) 695-3331
Gr: 6-8 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Southeast Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
731 Horrell Hill Road
Hopkins, SC 29061
(803) 695-5700
Hopkins, SC 29061
(803) 695-5700
Gr: 6-8 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29061, SC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29061, SC include Hopkins Middle School and Southeast Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29061?
2 public middle schools are located in 29061.
What is the racial composition of students in 29061?
29061 public middle schools minority enrollment is 94% 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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