Serving 371 students in grades 6-8, Beaufort 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 26% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 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 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beaufort Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Beaufort Middle School's student population of 371 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
2021
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
Fly like a Gryphon - Proud to be a Title I School
School Rankings
Beaufort 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 Beaufort Middle School is 0.68, 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
#890 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
42%
31%
White
36%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
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 Beaufort Middle School's ranking?
Beaufort Middle School is ranked #890 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Beaufort Middle School often compared to?
Beaufort Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hilton Head Island Middle School, Bluffton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Beaufort Middle School?
371 students attend Beaufort Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Beaufort Middle School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beaufort Middle School?
Beaufort Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Beaufort Middle School offer ?
Beaufort Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beaufort Middle School part of?
Beaufort Middle School is part of Beaufort 01 School District.
In what neighborhood is Beaufort Middle School located?
Beaufort Middle School is located in the Mossy Oaks neighborhood of Beaufort, SC. There are 1 other public schools located in Mossy Oaks.
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