Serving 641 students in grades 6-8, M. B. Kennedy 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 22% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 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: 641 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
M. B. Kennedy Middle School's student population of 641 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
641 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
M. B. Kennedy 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 M. B. Kennedy Middle School is 0.65, 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
#850 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
34%
31%
White
47%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
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 M. B. Kennedy Middle School's ranking?
M. B. Kennedy Middle School is ranked #850 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are M. B. Kennedy Middle School often compared to?
M. B. Kennedy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Schofield Middle School, New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend M. B. Kennedy Middle School?
641 students attend M. B. Kennedy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of M. B. Kennedy Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of M. B. Kennedy Middle School?
M. B. Kennedy Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does M. B. Kennedy Middle School offer ?
M. B. Kennedy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is M. B. Kennedy Middle School part of?
M. B. Kennedy Middle School is part of Aiken 01 School District.
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