Serving 395 students in grades 6-8, Johnakin 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% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Johnakin Middle School's student population of 395 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
395 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Johnakin 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 Johnakin Middle School is 0.31, 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
#1113 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
82%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnakin Middle School's ranking?
Johnakin Middle School is ranked #1113 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Johnakin Middle School often compared to?
Johnakin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palmetto Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Johnakin Middle School?
395 students attend Johnakin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Johnakin Middle School students are Black, 12% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnakin Middle School?
Johnakin Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Johnakin Middle School offer ?
Johnakin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Johnakin Middle School part of?
Johnakin Middle School is part of Marion 10 School District.
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