Serving 462 students in grades 6-8, Southeast 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 12% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 93% 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: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southeast Middle serves the southeastern part of Hopkins, SC, covering an area of approximately 216.4 square miles. Families typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 13 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 19 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southeast Middle School's student population of 462 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
462 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Southeast 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 Southeast 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
#1056 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
72%
31%
White
7%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southeast Middle School's ranking?
Southeast Middle School is ranked #1056 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Southeast Middle School often compared to?
Southeast Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopkins Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Southeast Middle School?
462 students attend Southeast Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Southeast Middle School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southeast Middle School?
Southeast Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southeast Middle School offer ?
Southeast Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southeast Middle School part of?
Southeast Middle School is part of Richland 01 School District.
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