Serving 757 students in grades 6-8, Berea 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 10% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 757 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Berea Middle School serves the west part of Greenville, SC, covering an area of approximately 25.1 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Berea Middle School's student population of 757 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
757 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
Campus Size
60 acres
School Rankings
Berea 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 Berea Middle School is 0.64, 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
#1078 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
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 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.1%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 18-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 Berea Middle School's ranking?
Berea Middle School is ranked #1078 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Berea Middle School often compared to?
Berea Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Berea Middle School?
757 students attend Berea Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Berea Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 4% 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 Berea Middle School?
Berea Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Berea Middle School offer ?
Berea Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Berea Middle School part of?
Berea Middle School is part of Greenville 01 School District.
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