Serving 569 students in grades 6-8, Chesnee Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: 569 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chesnee Middle serves the northeast part of Chesnee, SC, covering an attendance zone of approximately 62.6 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of around 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chesnee Middle School's student population of 569 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
569 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2015
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring Excellence
School Rankings
Chesnee 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 Chesnee Middle School is 0.31, 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
#514 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chesnee Middle School's ranking?
Chesnee Middle School is ranked #514 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Chesnee Middle School often compared to?
Chesnee Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boiling Springs Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Chesnee Middle School?
569 students attend Chesnee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Chesnee Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chesnee Middle School?
Chesnee Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chesnee Middle School offer ?
Chesnee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chesnee Middle School part of?
Chesnee Middle School is part of Spartanburg 02 School District.
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