Serving 1,074 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 22% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,074 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (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 1,074 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,074 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Greer 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 Greer Middle School is 0.66, 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
#793 out of 1095 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
27%
12%
Black
20%
32%
White
48%
48%
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
52%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
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 Greer Middle School's ranking?
Greer Middle School is ranked #793 out of 1,095 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Greer Middle School?
1,074 students attend Greer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Greer Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 20% 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Greer Middle School part of?
Greer Middle School is part of Greenville 01 School District.
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