Serving 288 students in grades 6-8, Lee Central 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 7% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lee Central Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Bishopville, SC, encompassing approximately 411.2 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 16.5 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lee Central Middle School's student population of 288 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 133% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
288 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Motto
Committing to Scholarship and Citizenship Each and Every Day
School Rankings
Lee Central 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 Lee Central Middle School is 0.22, 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
#1105 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
88%
31%
White
8%
46%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.2%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lee Central Middle School's ranking?
Lee Central Middle School is ranked #1105 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Lee Central Middle School?
288 students attend Lee Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Lee Central Middle School students are Black, 8% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lee Central Middle School?
Lee Central Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lee Central Middle School offer ?
Lee Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lee Central Middle School part of?
Lee Central Middle School is part of Lee 01 School District.
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