Serving 991 students in grades 7-8, Chapin Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 991 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chapin Middle School's student population of 991 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
991 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chapin Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chapin Middle School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#339 out of 1154 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
7%
31%
White
79%
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
25%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chapin Middle School's ranking?
Chapin Middle School is ranked #339 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Chapin Middle School often compared to?
Chapin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Irmo Middle School, Dutch Fork Middle School, Meadow Glen Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Chapin Middle School?
991 students attend Chapin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Chapin Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chapin Middle School?
Chapin Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chapin Middle School offer ?
Chapin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Chapin Middle School part of?
Chapin Middle School is part of Lexington 05 School District.
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