Serving 937 students in grades 6-8, Mccracken 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 35% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 937 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McCracken Middle serves the northeast part of Spartanburg, SC, covering an area of approximately 17.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mccracken Middle School's student population of 937 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
937 students
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Mccracken 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 Mccracken Middle School is 0.65, 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
#682 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
32%
31%
White
48%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
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
What is Mccracken Middle School's ranking?
Mccracken Middle School is ranked #682 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Mccracken Middle School often compared to?
Mccracken Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carver Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Mccracken Middle School?
937 students attend Mccracken Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Mccracken Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mccracken Middle School?
Mccracken Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mccracken Middle School offer ?
Mccracken Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mccracken Middle School part of?
Mccracken Middle School is part of Spartanburg 07 School District.
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