Serving 638 students in grades 6-8, Banks Trail Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 53% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher 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 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Banks Trail Middle serves the southern part of Fort Mill, SC, covering an attendance zone of approximately 14.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Banks Trail Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Banks Trail Middle School's student population of 638 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
638 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'The Trail is a pathway to student growth and success.'
School Rankings
Banks Trail Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Banks Trail Middle School is 0.61, 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
#327 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-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 Banks Trail Middle School's ranking?
Banks Trail Middle School is ranked #327 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Banks Trail Middle School often compared to?
Banks Trail Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gold Hill Middle School, Fort Mill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Banks Trail Middle School?
638 students attend Banks Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Banks Trail Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Banks Trail Middle School?
Banks Trail Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Banks Trail Middle School offer ?
Banks Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Banks Trail Middle School part of?
Banks Trail Middle School is part of York 04 School District.
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