Serving 415 students in grades 6-8, North Central 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 27% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Central Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Central Middle School's student population of 415 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
415 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
North Central Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Central Middle School is 0.50, 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
#713 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)27%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
16%
31%
White
68%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
3%
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 North Central Middle School's ranking?
North Central Middle School is ranked #713 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are North Central Middle School often compared to?
North Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buford Middle School, A. R. Rucker Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend North Central Middle School?
415 students attend North Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of North Central Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Central Middle School?
North Central Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Central Middle School offer ?
North Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Central Middle School part of?
North Central Middle School is part of Kershaw 01 School District.
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