For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 243 students in 29940, SC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 29940, SC is Whale Branch Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 29940 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29940, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29940, SC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whale Branch Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2009 Trask Parkway
Seabrook, SC 29940
(843) 466-3000
Seabrook, SC 29940
(843) 466-3000
Gr: 6-8 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29940, SC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29940, SC include Whale Branch Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29940?
1 public middle schools are located in 29940.
What is the racial composition of students in 29940?
29940 public middle schools minority enrollment is 95% 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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