For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 755 students in 29205, SC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 29205, SC is Hand Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 29205 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29205, SC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29205, SC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hand Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2600 Wheat Street
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 343-2947
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 343-2947
Gr: 6-8 | 755 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29205, SC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29205, SC include Hand Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29205?
1 public middle schools are located in 29205.
What is the racial composition of students in 29205?
29205 public middle schools minority enrollment is 69% 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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