Serving 573 students in grades 6-8, Paul Knox 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 35% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower 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 49% 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: 573 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Paul Knox Middle serves the west part of North Augusta, SC, covering an area of approximately 12.4 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the zone edge. The furthest point from the school is about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paul Knox Middle School's student population of 573 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
573 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Paul Knox 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 Paul Knox Middle School is 0.65, 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
#663 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)30.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Paul Knox Middle School's ranking?
Paul Knox Middle School is ranked #663 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Paul Knox Middle School often compared to?
Paul Knox Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Augusta Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Paul Knox Middle School?
573 students attend Paul Knox Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Paul Knox Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul Knox Middle School?
Paul Knox Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paul Knox Middle School offer ?
Paul Knox Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Paul Knox Middle School part of?
Paul Knox Middle School is part of Aiken 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
It's an amazing school I love it so much. We actually get iPads this yr. The teachers r amazing. In my opinion the best school in Aiken county
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