Serving 877 students in grades 6-8, Gold Hill 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 69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher 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 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 877 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Gold Hill Middle serves the northwest part of Fort Mill, SC, covering an attendance area of approximately 12.5 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, while the furthest edge is about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gold Hill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gold Hill Middle School's student population of 877 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
877 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gold Hill 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 Gold Hill Middle School is 0.56, 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
#124 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
17%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.2%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gold Hill Middle School's ranking?
Gold Hill Middle School is ranked #124 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Gold Hill Middle School often compared to?
Gold Hill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Knoll Middle School, Banks Trail Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Gold Hill Middle School?
877 students attend Gold Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Gold Hill Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gold Hill Middle School?
Gold Hill Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gold Hill Middle School offer ?
Gold Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gold Hill Middle School part of?
Gold Hill Middle School is part of York 04 School District.
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