Serving 672 students in grades 6-8, Hand 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 29% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hand Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Hand Middle School's student population of 672 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
672 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hand Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hand Middle School is 0.59, 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
#704 out of 1095 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
56%
32%
White
30%
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
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hand Middle School's ranking?
Hand Middle School is ranked #704 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Hand Middle School often compared to?
Hand Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blythewood Middle School, Dent Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Hand Middle School?
672 students attend Hand Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Hand Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hand Middle School?
Hand Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hand Middle School offer ?
Hand Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hand Middle School part of?
Hand Middle School is part of Richland 01 School District.
In what neighborhood is Hand Middle School located?
Hand Middle School is located in the Shandon neighborhood of Columbia, SC.
School Reviews
5 4/27/2011
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