Serving 952 students in grades 6-8, Crayton 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 50% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% 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: 952 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Crayton Middle serves the northwest part of Columbia, SC, covering an area of approximately 18.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located nearly 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crayton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Crayton Middle School's student population of 952 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
952 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Crayton 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 Crayton Middle School is 0.63, 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
#393 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-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 Crayton Middle School's ranking?
Crayton Middle School is ranked #393 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Crayton Middle School often compared to?
Crayton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hand Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Crayton Middle School?
952 students attend Crayton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Crayton Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 7% 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 Crayton Middle School?
Crayton Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crayton Middle School offer ?
Crayton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Crayton Middle School part of?
Crayton Middle School is part of Richland 01 School District.
School Reviews
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To be a Cavalier PARENT for Crayton M School. This is my daughters first new steps for six grade which i know is going to be a great year because she has a great involved parent Mother which is me her not bff but her BFF PRINICPAL. GO CRAYTON.
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