Serving 313 students in grades 6-8, Honea Path Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Honea Path Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Honea Path Middle School's student population of 313 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Honea Path Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Honea Path Middle School is 0.33, 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
#499 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
10%
31%
White
81%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
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 Honea Path Middle School's ranking?
Honea Path Middle School is ranked #499 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Honea Path Middle School often compared to?
Honea Path Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belton Middle School, Palmetto Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Honea Path Middle School?
313 students attend Honea Path Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Honea Path Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Honea Path Middle School?
Honea Path Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Honea Path Middle School offer ?
Honea Path Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Honea Path Middle School part of?
Honea Path Middle School is part of Anderson 02 School District.
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