East Edisto Middle School serves 1,031 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,031 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Edisto Middle School's student population of 1,031 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,031 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of East Edisto Middle School is 0.54, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
16%
31%
White
65%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
25.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 East Edisto Middle School?
1,031 students attend East Edisto Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of East Edisto Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Edisto Middle School?
East Edisto Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Edisto Middle School offer ?
East Edisto Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is East Edisto Middle School part of?
East Edisto Middle School is part of Dorchester 02 School District.
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