Serving 157 students in grades 5-8, C. E. Murray 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 6-9% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 157 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: C. E. Murray Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Greeleyville, SC, encompassing approximately 937 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 41.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
C. E. Murray Middle School's student population of 157 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 88% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
157 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Day, Every Child, Achieving Excellence
School Rankings
C. E. Murray 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 C. E. Murray Middle School is 0.17, 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
#1092 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
91%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C. E. Murray Middle School's ranking?
C. E. Murray Middle School is ranked #1092 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend C. E. Murray Middle School?
157 students attend C. E. Murray Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of C. E. Murray Middle School students are Black, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C. E. Murray Middle School?
C. E. Murray Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does C. E. Murray Middle School offer ?
C. E. Murray Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is C. E. Murray Middle School part of?
C. E. Murray Middle School is part of Williamsburg 01 School District.
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