For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 379 students in 29172, SC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 29172, SC is Pine Ridge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 29172 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29172, SC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29172, SC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pine Ridge Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
735 Pine Ridge Drive
West Columbia, SC 29172
(803) 755-7400
West Columbia, SC 29172
(803) 755-7400
Gr: 6-8 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 29172, SC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 29172, SC include Pine Ridge Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29172?
1 public middle schools are located in 29172.
What is the racial composition of students in 29172?
29172 public middle schools minority enrollment is 70% 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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