Serving 437 students in grades 5-8, Latta Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Latta Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Latta Middle School's student population of 437 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Latta Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Latta Middle School is 0.59, which is less 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
#503 out of 1095 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
32%
32%
White
55%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Latta Middle School's ranking?
Latta Middle School is ranked #503 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Latta Middle School?
437 students attend Latta Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Latta Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Latta Middle School?
Latta Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Latta Middle School offer ?
Latta Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Latta Middle School part of?
Latta Middle School is part of Dillon 03 School District.
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