Serving 1,009 students in grades 6-8, Rainbow Lake Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,009 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rainbow Lake Middle School's student population of 1,009 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,009 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rainbow Lake Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rainbow Lake Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#532 out of 1095 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
17%
32%
White
65%
48%
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
39%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rainbow Lake Middle School's ranking?
Rainbow Lake Middle School is ranked #532 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Rainbow Lake Middle School often compared to?
Rainbow Lake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Landrum Middle School, Boiling Springs Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Rainbow Lake Middle School?
1,009 students attend Rainbow Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Rainbow Lake Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rainbow Lake Middle School?
Rainbow Lake Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rainbow Lake Middle School offer ?
Rainbow Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rainbow Lake Middle School part of?
Rainbow Lake Middle School is part of Spartanburg 02 School District.
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