Serving 381 students in grades 6-8, Alcorn 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 4% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alcorn Middle serves the northwest part of Columbia, SC, covering an area of approximately 28 square miles. Families can generally expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 5.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, and the furthest point being nearly 9.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alcorn Middle School's student population of 381 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
381 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Alcorn 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 Alcorn Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1113 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
77%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.4%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alcorn Middle School's ranking?
Alcorn Middle School is ranked #1113 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Alcorn Middle School?
381 students attend Alcorn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Alcorn Middle School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alcorn Middle School?
Alcorn Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alcorn Middle School offer ?
Alcorn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alcorn Middle School part of?
Alcorn Middle School is part of Richland 01 School District.
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