Serving 228 students in grades 6-8, Spaulding 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 25% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Spaulding Middle serves the southwest part of Lamar, SC, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 110.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a furthest distance of 9.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spaulding Middle School's student population of 228 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
228 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in all we do!
School Rankings
Spaulding 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 Spaulding Middle School is 0.63, 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
#866 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
50%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spaulding Middle School's ranking?
Spaulding Middle School is ranked #866 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Spaulding Middle School?
228 students attend Spaulding Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Spaulding Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spaulding Middle School?
Spaulding Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spaulding Middle School offer ?
Spaulding Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Spaulding Middle School part of?
Spaulding Middle School is part of Darlington 01 School District.
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