Serving 1,066 students in grades 6-8, Charles B. Dubose 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 30% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,066 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles B. Dubose Middle School's student population of 1,066 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,066 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charles B. Dubose Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles B. Dubose Middle School is 0.60, 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
#628 out of 1095 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
22%
32%
White
58%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles B. Dubose Middle School's ranking?
Charles B. Dubose Middle School is ranked #628 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Charles B. Dubose Middle School often compared to?
Charles B. Dubose Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alston Middle School, Gregg Middle School, Cane Bay Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Charles B. Dubose Middle School?
1,066 students attend Charles B. Dubose Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Charles B. Dubose Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles B. Dubose Middle School?
Charles B. Dubose Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charles B. Dubose Middle School offer ?
Charles B. Dubose Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Charles B. Dubose Middle School part of?
Charles B. Dubose Middle School is part of Dorchester 02 School District.
School Reviews
5 3/21/2020
I Barack Obama, do enjoy this school. I sent my kids here. They LOVED it. 5/5 would recommend!
3 1/17/2018
While you can join many different activities they don't do anything if you are being bullied. The guidance councelers main advice is "Stay away from each other" and the nurce doesn't belive you. The majority of the teachers are amazing but others are terrible.
5 10/10/2014
i love this school my mom went here
5 3/14/2014
I went here and I love this school to death
5 3/9/2007
The academic programs are comparable. The music department is great! We have a steel drum band that is fantastic. There are several sports available. The school has recently gone through a beautification process. The PTSA has an active volunteer group.
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