Serving 791 students in grades 6-8, Carolina Springs 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 31% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 791 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carolina Springs Middle serves the northeast part of Lexington, SC, covering an area of approximately 20.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carolina Springs Middle School's student population of 791 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
791 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
One Pack, One Purpose.
School Rankings
Carolina Springs 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 Carolina Springs Middle School is 0.66, 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
#725 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-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 Carolina Springs Middle School's ranking?
Carolina Springs Middle School is ranked #725 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Carolina Springs Middle School often compared to?
Carolina Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside Middle School, Beechwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Carolina Springs Middle School?
791 students attend Carolina Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Carolina Springs Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carolina Springs Middle School?
Carolina Springs Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carolina Springs Middle School offer ?
Carolina Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carolina Springs Middle School part of?
Carolina Springs Middle School is part of Lexington 01 School District.
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