Serving 513 students in grades 6-8, Pelion 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 13% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pelion Middle serves the southern part of Pelion, SC, covering an area of approximately 114.6 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of about 6.7 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 10.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pelion Middle School's student population of 513 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
513 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Rankings
Pelion 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 Pelion Middle School is 0.49, 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
#1065 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Hispanic
21%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Black
5%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
White
68%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.9%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
3%
Showing 2010–2021. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pelion Middle School's ranking?
Pelion Middle School is ranked #1065 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Pelion Middle School?
513 students attend Pelion Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Pelion Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pelion Middle School?
Pelion Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pelion Middle School offer ?
Pelion Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pelion Middle School part of?
Pelion Middle School is part of Lexington 01 School District.
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