Serving 857 students in grades 6-8, Walhalla 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 44% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 857 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Walhalla Middle serves the northern part of its school district in Walhalla, SC, covering an area of approximately 185 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 15.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walhalla Middle School's student population of 857 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
857 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walhalla Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walhalla Middle School is 0.39, 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
#533 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)23.1%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Walhalla Middle School's ranking?
Walhalla Middle School is ranked #533 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Walhalla Middle School often compared to?
Walhalla Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seneca Middle School, West Oak Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Walhalla Middle School?
857 students attend Walhalla Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Walhalla Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walhalla Middle School?
Walhalla Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walhalla Middle School offer ?
Walhalla Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walhalla Middle School part of?
Walhalla Middle School is part of Oconee 01 School District.
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