Serving 131 students in grades 6-8, Hemingway Mb Lee 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 10-14% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 131 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hemingway MB Lee Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Hemingway, SC, covering approximately 937 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 20-30 minutes, with an average distance of 25 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 41.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hemingway Mb Lee Middle School's student population of 131 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
131 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hemingway Mb Lee 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 Hemingway Mb Lee Middle School is 0.30, 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
#1100 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
83%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hemingway Mb Lee Middle School's ranking?
Hemingway Mb Lee Middle School is ranked #1100 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Hemingway Mb Lee Middle School?
131 students attend Hemingway Mb Lee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Hemingway Mb Lee Middle School students are Black, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hemingway Mb Lee Middle School?
Hemingway Mb Lee Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hemingway Mb Lee Middle School offer ?
Hemingway Mb Lee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hemingway Mb Lee Middle School part of?
Hemingway Mb Lee Middle School is part of Williamsburg 01 School District.
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