For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,105 students in 29325, SC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29325, SC are Thornwell Charter School and Clinton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 29325 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29325, SC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29325, SC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thornwell Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
203 West Calhoun Street
Clinton, SC 29325
(864) 808-0801
Clinton, SC 29325
(864) 808-0801
Gr: K-12 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Clinton Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
800 North Adair Street
Clinton, SC 29325
(864) 833-0807
Clinton, SC 29325
(864) 833-0807
Gr: 6-8 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29325, SC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29325, SC include Thornwell Charter School and Clinton Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29325?
2 public middle schools are located in 29325.
What is the racial composition of students in 29325?
29325 public middle schools minority enrollment is 42% 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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