Banks Trail Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Banks Trail Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
884 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Banks Trail Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#117 out of 1095 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Asian
(20-21)4%
2%
Hispanic
(20-21)7%
11%
Black
(20-21)13%
33%
White
(20-21)70%
49%
Hawaiian
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(20-21)6%
5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
13%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Banks Trail Middle School's ranking?
Banks Trail Middle School is ranked #117 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Banks Trail Middle School often compared to?
Banks Trail Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gold Hill Middle School, Fort Mill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Banks Trail Middle School?
884 students attend Banks Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Banks Trail Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What grades does Banks Trail Middle School offer ?
Banks Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Banks Trail Middle School part of?
Banks Trail Middle School is part of York 04 School District.
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