Serving 1,056 students in grades 6-8, John W. Moore 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 37% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,056 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John W. Moore Middle serves the northwest part of Florence, SC, covering an area of approximately 42.5 square miles. Most students typically drive 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
John W. Moore Middle School's student population of 1,056 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,056 students
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Motto
Lion Proud! Lion Strong!
School Rankings
John W. Moore 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 W. Moore Middle School is 0.67, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#615 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
41%
31%
White
39%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John W. Moore Middle School's ranking?
John W. Moore Middle School is ranked #615 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are John W. Moore Middle School often compared to?
John W. Moore Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry L. Sneed Middle School, Southside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend John W. Moore Middle School?
1,056 students attend John W. Moore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of John W. Moore Middle School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John W. Moore Middle School?
John W. Moore Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does John W. Moore Middle School offer ?
John W. Moore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John W. Moore Middle School part of?
John W. Moore Middle School is part of Florence 01 School District.
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