Serving 635 students in grades 6-8, Fort Mill Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 635 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Mill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Fort Mill Middle School's student population of 635 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
635 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Each day at FMMS we nurture and educate our students to value life-long learning and positively impact the world.
School Rankings
Fort Mill Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Mill Middle School is 0.60, 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
#212 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
14%
31%
White
60%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Mill Middle School's ranking?
Fort Mill Middle School is ranked #212 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Fort Mill Middle School often compared to?
Fort Mill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springfield Middle School, Pleasant Knoll Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Fort Mill Middle School?
635 students attend Fort Mill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Fort Mill Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort Mill Middle School?
Fort Mill Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fort Mill Middle School offer ?
Fort Mill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fort Mill Middle School part of?
Fort Mill Middle School is part of York 04 School District.
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