Serving 555 students in grades 6-8, Morningside 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 8% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morningside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Morningside Middle School's student population of 555 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
555 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Morningside 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 Morningside 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
#1106 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
37%
14%
Black
56%
31%
White
4%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morningside Middle School's ranking?
Morningside Middle School is ranked #1106 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Morningside Middle School often compared to?
Morningside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mitchell Elementary School, Angel Oak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Morningside Middle School?
555 students attend Morningside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Morningside Middle School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morningside Middle School?
Morningside Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Morningside Middle School offer ?
Morningside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Morningside Middle School part of?
Morningside Middle School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 4/6/2019
i love this school my kids love it too
2 12/7/2015
If you are looking for the absolute best education and enviornment for your child, I would not recommend this school. It has bad rolemodels throughtout students and adults. The school is poor. The lunch provided is obviously, like all school lunch, not good. It is a good school, but not a school that you should be satasfied with. Always try to look for a better school. The school is split between Arms (boys) and Excel (girls). This is not good because alot of little girls that come out of that school change their sexual orientation. This is a good, but not great school. Coming from experiance. The school has basketball, cheerleading, football, etc., but scholars must try out for them.
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