Serving 796 students in grades 6-8, Longleaf 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 24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 796 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Longleaf Middle serves the west part of Columbia, SC, covering an area of approximately 7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 4.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Longleaf Middle School's student population of 796 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
796 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Longleaf 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 Longleaf Middle School is 0.39, 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
#810 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
77%
31%
White
8%
46%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Longleaf Middle School's ranking?
Longleaf Middle School is ranked #810 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Longleaf Middle School?
796 students attend Longleaf Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Longleaf Middle School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Longleaf Middle School?
Longleaf Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Longleaf Middle School offer ?
Longleaf Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Longleaf Middle School part of?
Longleaf Middle School is part of Richland 02 School District.
In what neighborhood is Longleaf Middle School located?
Longleaf Middle School is located in the Blythewood neighborhood of Columbia, SC. There are 1 other public schools located in Blythewood.
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