Serving 663 students in grades 6-8, Newberry 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 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 663 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newberry Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Newberry Middle School's student population of 663 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
663 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newberry Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newberry Middle School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#950 out of 1095 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
28%
12%
Black
46%
32%
White
20%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
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 Newberry Middle School's ranking?
Newberry Middle School is ranked #950 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Newberry Middle School often compared to?
Newberry Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mid-carolina High 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 39% SC state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Newberry Middle School?
663 students attend Newberry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Newberry Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newberry Middle School?
Newberry Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newberry Middle School offer ?
Newberry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Newberry Middle School part of?
Newberry Middle School is part of Newberry 01 School District.
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