Serving 732 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 24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). 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 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% 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: 732 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alston Middle serves the northeastern area of Summerville, SC, covering approximately 11.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alston Middle School's student population of 732 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
732 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alston 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 Alston Middle School is 0.72, 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
#777 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.4%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Alston Middle School's ranking?
Alston Middle School is ranked #777 out of 1,118 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, Rollings Middle School Of The Arts, Gregg Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% 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?
732 students attend Alston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Alston Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alston Middle School?
Alston Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower 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
5 10/10/2025
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
1 10/10/2025
The teachers are mean.
1 10/10/2025
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!!!!!!!
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