Serving 643 students in grades 6-8, M. B. Kennedy 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 26% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% 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: 643 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: M. B. Kennedy Middle serves the southwest part of Aiken, SC, covering an area of approximately 37.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
M. B. Kennedy Middle School's student population of 643 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
643 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
M. B. Kennedy 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 M. B. Kennedy 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
#820 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
35%
31%
White
44%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is M. B. Kennedy Middle School's ranking?
M. B. Kennedy Middle School is ranked #820 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are M. B. Kennedy Middle School often compared to?
M. B. Kennedy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Schofield Middle School, New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend M. B. Kennedy Middle School?
643 students attend M. B. Kennedy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of M. B. Kennedy Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of M. B. Kennedy Middle School?
M. B. Kennedy Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does M. B. Kennedy Middle School offer ?
M. B. Kennedy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is M. B. Kennedy Middle School part of?
M. B. Kennedy Middle School is part of Aiken 01 School District.
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