Serving 380 students in grades 6-8, John E. Ewing 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 17% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John E. Ewing Middle serves the southern part of Gaffney, SC, covering an area of approximately 141.9 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 15 to 20 minutes and distances to the zone's edges averaging 7.7 miles, extending up to 17.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
John E. Ewing Middle School's student population of 380 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
380 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
John E. Ewing 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 John E. Ewing Middle School is 0.57, 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
#996 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
7%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-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 John E. Ewing Middle School's ranking?
John E. Ewing Middle School is ranked #996 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are John E. Ewing Middle School often compared to?
John E. Ewing Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gaffney Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend John E. Ewing Middle School?
380 students attend John E. Ewing Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of John E. Ewing Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John E. Ewing Middle School?
John E. Ewing Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does John E. Ewing Middle School offer ?
John E. Ewing Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John E. Ewing Middle School part of?
John E. Ewing Middle School is part of Cherokee 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I am a student at Ewing Middle School and last year i got an award for having the highest average in the sixth grade. My teachers are really nice and i highly recommend this school.:)
1 10/10/2025
Some students have told me about band practice. Said teacher told them it was required. They weren't getting to go on field trips.
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