Serving 1,024 students in grades 6-8, Laing Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,024 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laing Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Laing Middle School's student population of 1,024 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,024 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Laing Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laing Middle School is 0.36, 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
#120 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
13%
31%
White
79%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laing Middle School's ranking?
Laing Middle School is ranked #120 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Laing Middle School often compared to?
Laing Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moultrie Middle School, Thomas C. Cario Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Laing Middle School?
1,024 students attend Laing Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Laing Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laing Middle School?
Laing Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laing Middle School offer ?
Laing Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Laing Middle School part of?
Laing Middle School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
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