Serving 411 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Wallace Elementary 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 33% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wallace Elementary/Middle serves the northwest part of its school district in Wallace, SC, covering an area of approximately 175.3 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 13.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wallace Elementary Middle School's student population of 411 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
411 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Wallace Elementary 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 Wallace Elementary Middle School is 0.66, 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
#821 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
American Indian
5%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
35%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
46%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wallace Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Wallace Elementary Middle School is ranked #821 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Wallace Elementary Middle School?
411 students attend Wallace Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Wallace Elementary Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wallace Elementary Middle School?
Wallace Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wallace Elementary Middle School offer ?
Wallace Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wallace Elementary Middle School part of?
Wallace Elementary Middle School is part of Marlboro 01 School District.
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