Serving 804 students in grades 6-8, Alston 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 31% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 804 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alston Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Alston Middle School's student population of 804 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
804 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Alston Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alston Middle School is 0.70, which is more 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
#709 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
35%
31%
White
39%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alston Middle School's ranking?
Alston Middle School is ranked #709 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Alston Middle School often compared to?
Alston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles B. Dubose Middle School, Gregg Middle School, Cane Bay Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Alston Middle School?
804 students attend Alston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Alston Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alston Middle School?
Alston Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alston Middle School offer ?
Alston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alston Middle School part of?
Alston Middle School is part of Dorchester 02 School District.
School Reviews
1 5/29/2021
This school is not so good for the kids so far. My child comes home hungry all the time saying that the food is bad at school and sometimes it is cold and not fully cook my child came home vomiting the school food. Also, this is a very strict They take student sell phones if they see them out the kids don't even have to be on the device but they take it away these kids do not enjoy being at this school. This school is not good for kids. CHANGE THE RULES AND FOOD!!!!!!!
1 3/20/2020
The teachers are mean.
5 10/9/2011
dear alston middle school i have a daughter who is very smart and she love alsont middle so much she always on the page website we move clost by the school can my daughter go to this school she has family members who go to your school
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