Serving 1,477 students in grades 6-8, Berkeley 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 18% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% 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: 1,477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Berkeley Middle serves the southwest part of Moncks Corner, SC, covering an area of approximately 206.3 square miles. Families in this zone typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.7 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 16.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Berkeley Middle School's student population of 1,477 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,477 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Creating a future we dare to imagine, and making a positive difference.
School Rankings
Berkeley 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 Berkeley Middle School is 0.66, 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
#925 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bucks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berkeley Middle School's ranking?
Berkeley Middle School is ranked #925 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Berkeley Middle School often compared to?
Berkeley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Macedonia Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Berkeley Middle School?
1,477 students attend Berkeley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Berkeley Middle School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 10% 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 Berkeley Middle School?
Berkeley Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Berkeley Middle School offer ?
Berkeley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Berkeley Middle School part of?
Berkeley Middle School is part of Berkeley 01 School District.
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