Serving 627 students in grades 6-8, St. Andrews 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 11% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (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 97% 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: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Andrews Middle serves the northwest part of Columbia, SC, covering an area of approximately 18.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
St. Andrews Middle School's student population of 627 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
627 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
St. Andrews 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 St. Andrews Middle School is 0.31, 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
#1076 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
83%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.1%
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 (14-15)
6%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-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 St. Andrews Middle School's ranking?
St. Andrews Middle School is ranked #1076 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend St. Andrews Middle School?
627 students attend St. Andrews Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of St. Andrews Middle School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Andrews Middle School?
St. Andrews Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Andrews Middle School offer ?
St. Andrews Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is St. Andrews Middle School part of?
St. Andrews Middle School is part of Richland 01 School District.
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