Williston-elko Middle School serves 158 students in grades 6-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Williston-elko Middle School's student population of 158 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Williston-elko Middle School is 0.57, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
57%
31%
White
32%
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
74%
67%
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
How many students attend Williston-elko Middle School?
158 students attend Williston-elko Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Williston-elko Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Williston-elko Middle School?
Williston-elko Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Williston-elko Middle School offer ?
Williston-elko Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Williston-elko Middle School part of?
Williston-elko Middle School is part of Barnwell 48 School District.
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