For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,799 students in 29708, SC.
The top ranked public middle schools in 29708, SC are Gold Hill Middle School and Pleasant Knoll Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 29708 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 29708, SC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29708, SC Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gold Hill Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1025 Dave Gibson Boulevard
Fort Mill, SC 29708
(803) 548-8300
Fort Mill, SC 29708
(803) 548-8300
Grades: 6-8
| 878 students
Rank: #22.
Pleasant Knoll Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2320 Pleasant Road
Fort Mill, SC 29708
(803) 835-3770
Fort Mill, SC 29708
(803) 835-3770
Grades: 6-8
| 921 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 29708, SC?
The top ranked public middle schools in 29708, SC include Gold Hill Middle School and Pleasant Knoll Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 29708?
2 public middle schools are located in 29708.
What is the racial composition of students in 29708?
29708 public middle schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the South Carolina public middle schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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