Serving 492 students in grades 6-8, North Augusta 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 32% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: North Augusta Middle serves the west part of North Augusta, SC, covering an area of approximately 24.1 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Augusta Middle School's student population of 492 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
492 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Augusta 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 North Augusta 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
#613 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
21%
15%
Black
28%
31%
White
43%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.3%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jackets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Augusta Middle School's ranking?
North Augusta Middle School is ranked #613 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are North Augusta Middle School often compared to?
North Augusta Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paul Knox Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend North Augusta Middle School?
492 students attend North Augusta Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of North Augusta Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Augusta Middle School?
North Augusta Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Augusta Middle School offer ?
North Augusta Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Augusta Middle School part of?
North Augusta Middle School is part of Aiken 01 School District.
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