Macedonia Elementary-middle serves 356 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Macedonia Elementary-middle's student population of 356 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
The diversity score of Macedonia Elementary-middle is 0.45, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
73%
31%
White
14%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Macedonia Elementary-middle?
356 students attend Macedonia Elementary-middle.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Macedonia Elementary-middle students are Black, 14% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Macedonia Elementary-middle?
Macedonia Elementary-middle has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Macedonia Elementary-middle offer ?
Macedonia Elementary-middle offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Macedonia Elementary-middle part of?
Macedonia Elementary-middle is part of Barnwell 48 School District.
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