Serving 878 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 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 878 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- 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 878 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
878 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
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 0.50, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
5%
31%
White
69%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 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?
878 students attend Gold Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Gold Hill Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gold Hill Middle School?
Gold Hill Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than 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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