Serving 348 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 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Beaufort Middle serves the northeast part of Beaufort, SC, covering an area of approximately 11.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being around 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beaufort Middle School's student population of 348 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2021
School Calendar
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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
44%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
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?
348 students attend Beaufort Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Beaufort Middle School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% 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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