Serving 986 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 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 986 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Laing Middle serves the eastern part of Mount Pleasant, SC, encompassing an area of approximately 39.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 2.9 miles and the furthest edge located 6.8 miles away.
- 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 986 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
986 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.35, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
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 Thomas C. Cario Middle School, Moultrie 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?
986 students attend Laing Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Laing Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laing Middle School?
Laing Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, 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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