Serving 354 students in grades 6-8, Edgewood 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 47% (which is lower 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 32% 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: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Edgewood Middle serves the entire district of Ninety Six, SC, covering an area of approximately 106.3 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with an average distance of 6.4 miles to the school from the edge of the zone, while the furthest point is about 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edgewood Middle School's student population of 354 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
354 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Edgewood 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 Edgewood Middle School is 0.49, 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
#507 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
23%
31%
White
68%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
50%
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
What is Edgewood Middle School's ranking?
Edgewood Middle School is ranked #507 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Edgewood Middle School often compared to?
Edgewood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northside Middle School, Brewer 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 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Edgewood Middle School?
354 students attend Edgewood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Edgewood Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edgewood Middle School?
Edgewood Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edgewood Middle School offer ?
Edgewood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edgewood Middle School part of?
Edgewood Middle School is part of Greenwood 52 School District.
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