Serving 941 students in grades 6-8, Bryson 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 26% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 941 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bryson Middle serves the southeast part of Simpsonville, SC, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 63.4 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 10.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bryson Middle School's student population of 941 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
941 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bryson 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 Bryson Middle School is 0.70, which is more 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
#857 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
18%
15%
Black
37%
31%
White
37%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.1%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bryson Middle School's ranking?
Bryson Middle School is ranked #857 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Bryson Middle School often compared to?
Bryson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Bryson Middle School?
941 students attend Bryson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Bryson Middle School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 Bryson Middle School?
Bryson Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bryson Middle School offer ?
Bryson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bryson Middle School part of?
Bryson Middle School is part of Greenville 01 School District.
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