Serving 468 students in grades 6-8, Chester 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 14% (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 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% 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: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chester Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chester Middle School's student population of 468 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
A Great Place to Grow - Committed to Excellence for All Students
School Rankings
Chester 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 Chester Middle School is 0.55, 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
#1024 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
62%
31%
White
24%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
5%
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 Chester Middle School's ranking?
Chester Middle School is ranked #1024 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Chester Middle School often compared to?
Chester Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewisville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% 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 Chester Middle School?
468 students attend Chester Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Chester Middle School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chester Middle School?
Chester Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chester Middle School offer ?
Chester Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chester Middle School part of?
Chester Middle School is part of Chester 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 8/20/2019
Chester Middle School is a really good school. The teachers teach the students. The teachers at this school are kind, they teach us, students, new things every day. The principles, Teachers, Gym teachers,... they are all pushing us to do our best. They want the best for us. CMS needs the best support that it can get. Support, in other words, don't look at just the worst comments and videos on tv. Look at the good things about CMS. Don't Judge a book by its cover,... Even CMS. Bad things about CMS affect us. We know that you can post good things about CMS. We need all of the positive posts, comments, ratings,... that we can get. Always look at the good side and never the other side. :)
5 11/8/2007
This school is a great school. We have the best teachers and they make sure you understand what they're teaching before they movie on with the lessons. This school also has band and volion. Chester Middle School is the school for you or your children to go to. They have great things there and you'll love it!
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