Serving 801 students in grades 6-8, Powdersville Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 801 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Powdersville Middle serves the northern part of Greenville, SC, covering an area of approximately 22.6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 3.2 miles and the furthest edge about 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Powdersville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Powdersville Middle School's student population of 801 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
801 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Year Founded
2011
School Rankings
Powdersville Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Powdersville Middle School is 0.46, 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
#242 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
8%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
72%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-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 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
The Patriot
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powdersville Middle School's ranking?
Powdersville Middle School is ranked #242 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Powdersville Middle School often compared to?
Powdersville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wren Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Powdersville Middle School?
801 students attend Powdersville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Powdersville Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Powdersville Middle School?
Powdersville Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Powdersville Middle School offer ?
Powdersville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Powdersville Middle School part of?
Powdersville Middle School is part of Anderson 01 School District.
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