Serving 682 students in grades 6-8, Georgetown 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 28% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% 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: 682 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Georgetown Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Georgetown Middle School's student population of 682 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
682 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Georgetown 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 Georgetown Middle School is 0.61, 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
#1022 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
50%
31%
White
36%
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)
8%
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 Georgetown Middle School's ranking?
Georgetown Middle School is ranked #1022 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Georgetown Middle School often compared to?
Georgetown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosemary Middle School, Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy 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 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Georgetown Middle School?
682 students attend Georgetown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Georgetown Middle School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Georgetown Middle School?
Georgetown Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Georgetown Middle School offer ?
Georgetown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Georgetown Middle School part of?
Georgetown Middle School is part of Georgetown 01 School District.
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