Summary:
Zip code 29805 is served by a single school, Tall Pines STEM Academy, a public charter middle school in the School Public Charter School District that enrolls 382 students in grades 5 through 8.
Tall Pines STEM Academy is a consistently high-performing school, ranking in the 78th–80th percentile statewide for three consecutive years and earning 4 stars each year. Its rank has remained remarkably stable (66th, 72nd, and 66th out of 320–335 schools), indicating sustained excellence rather than a one-year fluke. The school outperforms both its district and the state across nearly every subject and grade level, often by wide margins. In 2025–2026, English Language Arts proficiency ranged from 66% to 86% across grades, with 5th graders scoring more than 22 points above the state average. Science is also a standout, with 6th grade proficiency at 59.6% in 2025–2026, well above the state's 51.9%. Math scores are above state averages in most grades, though 8th grade math (47.8%) remains the school's relative weak spot, even after a dramatic 30-point improvement from the prior year.
The school also benefits from strong engagement and resources. Chronic absenteeism is just 14.4%, compared to 18.4% for the district and 22.3% for the state, and the student–teacher ratio of 15.2:1 supports individualized attention. Per-student spending of $11,482 reflects the school's investment in its STEM mission. While the school's math scores dipped below state averages in 8th grade in 2024–2025, the overall trajectory is positive, with math improving in most grades year-over-year. For families in this zip code, Tall Pines STEM Academy offers a stable, high-achieving option that significantly exceeds both district and state benchmarks, particularly in literacy and science.
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