Serving 367 students in grades 6-8, Blenheim Middle School Of Discovery 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 8% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% 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: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Blenheim Elementary/Middle serves the southern part of its school district in Blenheim, SC, covering an area of approximately 189.5 square miles. Families within this attendance zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 12.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blenheim Middle School Of Discovery's student population of 367 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
367 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Blenheim Middle School Of Discovery 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 Blenheim Middle School Of Discovery is 0.38, 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
#1103 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
78%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-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 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-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 Blenheim Middle School Of Discovery's ranking?
Blenheim Middle School Of Discovery is ranked #1103 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Blenheim Middle School Of Discovery?
367 students attend Blenheim Middle School Of Discovery.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Blenheim Middle School Of Discovery students are Black, 13% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blenheim Middle School Of Discovery?
Blenheim Middle School Of Discovery has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blenheim Middle School Of Discovery offer ?
Blenheim Middle School Of Discovery offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Blenheim Middle School Of Discovery part of?
Blenheim Middle School Of Discovery is part of Marlboro 01 School District.
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