Serving 1,006 students in grades 6-8, Laing Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,006 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laing Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Laing Middle School's student population of 1,006 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,006 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laing Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laing Middle School is 0.36, 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
#56 out of 1095 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
14%
32%
White
79%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laing Middle School's ranking?
Laing Middle School is ranked #56 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Laing Middle School often compared to?
Laing Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas C. Cario Middle School, Moultrie Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Laing Middle School?
1,006 students attend Laing Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Laing Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laing Middle School?
Laing Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laing Middle School offer ?
Laing Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Laing Middle School part of?
Laing Middle School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
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