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Best 29223 South Carolina Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,275 students in 29223, SC.

The top-ranked public middle school in 29223, SC is E. L. Wright Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public middle school in zipcode 29223 have an score of 33% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and score of 45% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29223, SC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public middle schools.

Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).

Best 29223, SC Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

E. L. Wright Middle School

Magnet School

(Math: 33% | Reading: 45%)
:

Bottom 50%

2740 Alpine Road
Columbia, SC 29223
(803) 736-8740

Gr: K-8 | 1,275 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29223, SC?

The top-ranked public middle schools in 29223, SC include E. L. Wright Middle School.

How many public middle schools are located in 29223?

1 public middle schools are located in 29223.

What is the racial composition of students in 29223?

29223 public middle schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public middle schools average of 52% (majority Black).