Serving 751 students in grades 6-8, Saluda Trail 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 30% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 751 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Saluda Trail Middle serves the southwest part of Rock Hill, SC, covering an area of approximately 82.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located up to 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Saluda Trail Middle School's student population of 751 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
751 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Saluda Trail 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 Saluda Trail Middle School is 0.59, 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
#776 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
57%
31%
White
29%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saluda Trail Middle School's ranking?
Saluda Trail Middle School is ranked #776 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Saluda Trail Middle School often compared to?
Saluda Trail Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dutchman Creek Middle School, Rawlinson Road Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Saluda Trail Middle School?
751 students attend Saluda Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Saluda Trail Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saluda Trail Middle School?
Saluda Trail Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Saluda Trail Middle School offer ?
Saluda Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Saluda Trail Middle School part of?
Saluda Trail Middle School is part of York 03 School District.
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