Serving 408 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 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Central Middle serves the northeast part of Kershaw, SC, covering an area of approximately 426.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being nearly 20 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Central Middle School's student population of 408 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
408 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Patriots
School Rankings
North Central 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 Central Middle School is 0.48, 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
#719 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
3%
Showing 2009–2021. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Central Middle School's ranking?
North Central Middle School is ranked #719 out of 1,118 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 A. R. Rucker Middle School, Buford 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?
408 students attend North Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of North Central Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Central Middle School?
North Central Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than 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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