Serving 805 students in grades 6-8, Rollings Middle School Of The Arts ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 805 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rollings Middle School Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rollings Middle School Of The Arts's student population of 805 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
805 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Rollings Middle School Of The Arts ranks within the top 5% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rollings Middle School Of The Arts is 0.53, 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
#41 out of 1154 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
16%
31%
White
66%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rollings Middle School Of The Arts's ranking?
Rollings Middle School Of The Arts is ranked #41 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Rollings Middle School Of The Arts often compared to?
Rollings Middle School Of The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Charles B. Dubose Middle School, Alston Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Rollings Middle School Of The Arts?
805 students attend Rollings Middle School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Rollings Middle School Of The Arts students are White, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rollings Middle School Of The Arts?
Rollings Middle School Of The Arts has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rollings Middle School Of The Arts offer ?
Rollings Middle School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rollings Middle School Of The Arts part of?
Rollings Middle School Of The Arts is part of Dorchester 02 School District.
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