Serving 1,130 students in grades 6-8, Moultrie Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,130 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Moultrie Middle serves the southeastern part of Mount Pleasant, SC, encompassing an area of approximately 69.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge reaching up to 11.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moultrie Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Moultrie Middle School's student population of 1,130 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,130 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Moultrie Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moultrie Middle School is 0.26, 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
#158 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moultrie Middle School's ranking?
Moultrie Middle School is ranked #158 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Moultrie Middle School often compared to?
Moultrie Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laing Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Moultrie Middle School?
1,130 students attend Moultrie Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Moultrie Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moultrie Middle School?
Moultrie Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Moultrie Middle School offer ?
Moultrie Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Moultrie Middle School part of?
Moultrie Middle School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
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