Serving 262 students in grades 6-8, Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy 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 12% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 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: 262 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy's student population of 262 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy 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 Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy is 0.49, 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
#1031 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
64%
31%
White
32%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
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 Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy's ranking?
Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy is ranked #1031 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy often compared to?
Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Georgetown Middle School, Carvers Bay Early College And Career High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy?
262 students attend Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy students are Black, 32% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy?
Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy offer ?
Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy part of?
Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy is part of Georgetown 01 School District.
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