Serving 454 students in grades 5-8, Philip Simmons 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 30% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Philip Simmons Middle School's student population of 454 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Philip Simmons 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 Philip Simmons Middle School is 0.59, 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
#698 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
31%
31%
White
56%
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
43%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philip Simmons Middle School's ranking?
Philip Simmons Middle School is ranked #698 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Philip Simmons Middle School often compared to?
Philip Simmons Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daniel Island School, Hanahan Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Philip Simmons Middle School?
454 students attend Philip Simmons Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Philip Simmons Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Philip Simmons Middle School?
Philip Simmons Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Philip Simmons Middle School offer ?
Philip Simmons Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Philip Simmons Middle School part of?
Philip Simmons Middle School is part of Berkeley 01 School District.
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