Serving 781 students in grades 6-8, Florence Chapel 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 51% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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: 781 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Florence Chapel Middle School's student population of 781 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
781 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Florence Chapel 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 Florence Chapel 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
#389 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
19%
31%
White
56%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
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 Florence Chapel Middle School's ranking?
Florence Chapel Middle School is ranked #389 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Florence Chapel Middle School often compared to?
Florence Chapel Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like D. R. Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Florence Chapel Middle School?
781 students attend Florence Chapel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Florence Chapel Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Florence Chapel Middle School?
Florence Chapel Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Florence Chapel Middle School offer ?
Florence Chapel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Florence Chapel Middle School part of?
Florence Chapel Middle School is part of Spartanburg 05 School District.
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