Serving 1,065 students in grades 6-8, Greer 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 29% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,065 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Greer Middle School's student population of 1,065 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,065 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Aug 15, 2026
School Rankings
Greer 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 Greer Middle School is 0.67, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#802 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
29%
14%
Black
21%
31%
White
45%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
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 Greer Middle School's ranking?
Greer Middle School is ranked #802 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Greer Middle School often compared to?
Greer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Greer Middle School?
1,065 students attend Greer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Greer Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greer Middle School?
Greer Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greer Middle School offer ?
Greer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greer Middle School part of?
Greer Middle School is part of Greenville 01 School District.
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