Serving 944 students in grades 6-8, St. James Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 944 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
St. James Middle School's student population of 944 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
944 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
St. James Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. James Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#339 out of 1095 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
6%
32%
White
77%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. James Middle School's ranking?
St. James Middle School is ranked #339 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are St. James Middle School often compared to?
St. James Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean Bay Middle School, North Myrtle Beach Middle School, Forestbrook Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend St. James Middle School?
944 students attend St. James Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of St. James Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. James Middle School?
St. James Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. James Middle School offer ?
St. James Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is St. James Middle School part of?
St. James Middle School is part of Horry 01 School District.
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