Serving 394 students in grades 6-8, Johnston-edgefield-trenton 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 21% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 66% 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: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Johnston-Edgefield-Trenton Middle serves the entire district in Johnston, SC, covering an extensive area of approximately 403.6 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 18.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Johnston-edgefield-trenton Middle School's student population of 394 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
394 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Johnston-edgefield-trenton 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 Johnston-edgefield-trenton Middle School is 0.64, 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
#936 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
49%
31%
White
34%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnston-edgefield-trenton Middle School's ranking?
Johnston-edgefield-trenton Middle School is ranked #936 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Johnston-edgefield-trenton Middle School?
394 students attend Johnston-edgefield-trenton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Johnston-edgefield-trenton Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnston-edgefield-trenton Middle School?
Johnston-edgefield-trenton Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Johnston-edgefield-trenton Middle School offer ?
Johnston-edgefield-trenton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Johnston-edgefield-trenton Middle School part of?
Johnston-edgefield-trenton Middle School is part of Edgefield 01 School District.
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