Serving 868 students in grades 6-8, Dutchman Creek 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 29% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 868 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dutchman Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dutchman Creek Middle School's student population of 868 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
868 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Dutchman Creek Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dutchman Creek Middle School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#771 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
36%
31%
White
47%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dutchman Creek Middle School's ranking?
Dutchman Creek Middle School is ranked #771 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Dutchman Creek Middle School often compared to?
Dutchman Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saluda Trail Middle School, Rawlinson Road Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Dutchman Creek Middle School?
868 students attend Dutchman Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Dutchman Creek Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dutchman Creek Middle School?
Dutchman Creek Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dutchman Creek Middle School offer ?
Dutchman Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dutchman Creek Middle School part of?
Dutchman Creek Middle School is part of York 03 School District.
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