Serving 856 students in grades 6-8, Dutchman Creek 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 33% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than 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 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 856 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dutchman Creek Middle serves the northern part of Rock Hill, SC, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 26.6 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.4 miles to the school's boundaries and the furthest edge being 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dutchman Creek Middle School's student population of 856 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
856 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
1200 acres
School Motto
We are Rock Solid
School Rankings
Dutchman Creek 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 Dutchman Creek Middle School is 0.67, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#717 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
36%
31%
White
44%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
None
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dutchman Creek Middle School's ranking?
Dutchman Creek Middle School is ranked #717 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Dutchman Creek Middle School often compared to?
Dutchman Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saluda Trail Middle School, Rawlinson Road Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Dutchman Creek Middle School?
856 students attend Dutchman Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Dutchman Creek Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dutchman Creek Middle School?
Dutchman Creek Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dutchman Creek Middle School offer ?
Dutchman Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dutchman Creek Middle School part of?
Dutchman Creek Middle School is part of York 03 School District.
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