Serving 671 students in grades 6-8, Georgetown 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 14% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 671 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Georgetown Middle serves the northeast part of Georgetown, SC, covering an expansive area of approximately 524.4 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 27.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Georgetown Middle School's student population of 671 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
671 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Georgetown 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 Georgetown Middle School is 0.61, 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
#1022 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
51%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
35%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Georgetown Middle School's ranking?
Georgetown Middle School is ranked #1022 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Georgetown Middle School often compared to?
Georgetown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy, Rosemary Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Georgetown Middle School?
671 students attend Georgetown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Georgetown Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Georgetown Middle School?
Georgetown Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Georgetown Middle School offer ?
Georgetown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Georgetown Middle School part of?
Georgetown Middle School is part of Georgetown 01 School District.
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