Dennis Middle School serves 404 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 was higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 96% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
404 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
94%
31%
White
4%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Dennis Middle School?
404 students attend Dennis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Dennis Middle School students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dennis Middle School?
Dennis Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dennis Middle School offer ?
Dennis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dennis Middle School part of?
Dennis Middle School is part of Lee 01 School District.
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