Serving 513 students in grades 6-8, Mid-carolina 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 38% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mid-carolina Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Mid-carolina Middle School's student population of 513 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
One District, One Team, One Mission
School Rankings
Mid-carolina Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mid-carolina Middle School is 0.51, 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
#591 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
18%
31%
White
67%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Mid-carolina Middle School's ranking?
Mid-carolina Middle School is ranked #591 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Mid-carolina Middle School often compared to?
Mid-carolina Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mid-carolina High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Mid-carolina Middle School?
513 students attend Mid-carolina Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Mid-carolina Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mid-carolina Middle School?
Mid-carolina Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mid-carolina Middle School offer ?
Mid-carolina Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mid-carolina Middle School part of?
Mid-carolina Middle School is part of Newberry 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 11/2/2017
MCMS has been an amazing school for my children. They love their teachers and classes.
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