Serving 365 students in grades 6-8, Merriwether 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 34% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Merriwether Middle serves the southern part of North Augusta, SC, covering an area of approximately 103.1 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Merriwether Middle School's student population of 365 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
365 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Merriwether 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 Merriwether Middle School is 0.55, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merriwether Middle School's ranking?
Merriwether 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 Merriwether Middle School often compared to?
Merriwether Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fox Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Merriwether Middle School?
365 students attend Merriwether Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Merriwether Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merriwether Middle School?
Merriwether Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Merriwether Middle School offer ?
Merriwether Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Merriwether Middle School part of?
Merriwether Middle School is part of Edgefield 01 School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Lots of bullying. Lacks inclusion for students with special needs. Does not know how to effectively handle students with special needs. Quick to get kids off or out of IEP or 504 so they don't have to deal with the work involved. More worried about numbers than kids. New principle for 2020 is not good. Way too little experience and way too much arrogance.
5 10/10/2025
I think this is a great school :)
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