Serving 220 students in grades 6-8, Spaulding Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spaulding Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Spaulding Middle School's student population of 220 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spaulding Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spaulding Middle School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#737 out of 1095 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
51%
32%
White
35%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spaulding Middle School's ranking?
Spaulding Middle School is ranked #737 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Spaulding Middle School?
220 students attend Spaulding Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Spaulding Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spaulding Middle School?
Spaulding Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spaulding Middle School offer ?
Spaulding Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Spaulding Middle School part of?
Spaulding Middle School is part of Darlington 01 School District.
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