Midland Valley High School is a four-year high school located in Graniteville, South Carolina, United States. It is part of the Aiken County Public School District and is home of the Mustangs.
Serving 1,558 students in grades 9-12, Midland Valley High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,558 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Midland Valley High serves the west part of Graniteville, SC, covering an area of approximately 104.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midland Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Midland Valley High School's student population of 1,558 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,558 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1980
School Rankings
Midland Valley High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midland Valley High School is 0.68, which is more 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
#286 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Orange
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midland Valley High School's ranking?
Midland Valley High School is ranked #286 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Midland Valley High School often compared to?
Midland Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aiken High School, South Aiken High School, North Augusta High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Midland Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Midland Valley High School is 90%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Midland Valley High School?
1,558 students attend Midland Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Midland Valley High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midland Valley High School?
Midland Valley High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Midland Valley High School offer ?
Midland Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Midland Valley High School part of?
Midland Valley High School is part of Aiken 01 School District.
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