Serving 534 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 6% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). 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 18:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blenheim Middle School Of Discovery ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Blenheim Middle School Of Discovery's student population of 534 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blenheim Middle School Of Discovery ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blenheim Middle School Of Discovery is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1139 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
78%
32%
White
15%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
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 #1139 out of 1,154 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
534 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, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blenheim Middle School Of Discovery?
Blenheim Middle School Of Discovery has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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