John Ford Middle School serves 332 students in grades 5-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 was lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 87% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
332 students
Showing 2001–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2001–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
15%
Showing 2001–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
84%
31%
Showing 2001–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
13%
46%
Showing 2001–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2001–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
50%
Showing 2001–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
3%
Showing 2001–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend John Ford Middle School?
332 students attend John Ford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of John Ford Middle School students are Black, 13% of students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Ford Middle School?
John Ford Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does John Ford Middle School offer ?
John Ford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is John Ford Middle School part of?
John Ford Middle School is part of Calhoun 01 School District.
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