Serving 843 students in grades 6-8, Blythewood Middle School ranks in the top 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 41% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 843 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blythewood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Blythewood Middle School's student population of 843 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
843 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Purpose Driven, Future Ready
School Rankings
Blythewood Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blythewood Middle School is 0.61, 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
#497 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
56%
31%
White
26%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blythewood Middle School's ranking?
Blythewood Middle School is ranked #497 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Blythewood Middle School often compared to?
Blythewood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dent Middle School, Hand Middle School, Muller Road Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Blythewood Middle School?
843 students attend Blythewood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Blythewood Middle School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blythewood Middle School?
Blythewood Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blythewood Middle School offer ?
Blythewood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Blythewood Middle School part of?
Blythewood Middle School is part of Richland 02 School District.
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