Serving 274 students in grades 6-8, New Ellenton Steam Magnet 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 49% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower 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 (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: New Ellenton Middle serves the southern part of its school district in New Ellenton, SC, covering an area of approximately 50.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle School's student population of 274 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
274 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Motto
'I will build on the stalwart leadership of King Laurence to push the boundaries of public education.'
School Rankings
New Ellenton Steam Magnet 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 New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle School is 0.69, 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
#658 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
21%
15%
Black
30%
31%
White
42%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle School's ranking?
New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle School is ranked #658 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle School often compared to?
New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like M. B. Kennedy Middle School, Langley-bath-clearwater Middle 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 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle School?
274 students attend New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle School?
New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle School offer ?
New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle School part of?
New Ellenton Steam Magnet Middle School is part of Aiken 01 School District.
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