Serving 725 students in grades 6-8, Loris 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 36% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 725 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Loris Middle serves the northeast part of Loris, SC, covering an area of approximately 181.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 8.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Loris Middle School's student population of 725 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
725 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Loris 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 Loris Middle School is 0.67, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#898 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
36%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
43%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
5%
Showing 2007–2016. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loris Middle School's ranking?
Loris Middle School is ranked #898 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Loris Middle School often compared to?
Loris Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Myrtle Beach Middle School, Myrtle Beach Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Loris Middle School?
725 students attend Loris Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Loris Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loris Middle School?
Loris Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Loris Middle School offer ?
Loris Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Loris Middle School part of?
Loris Middle School is part of Horry 01 School District.
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