Serving 850 students in grades 6-8, Gregg 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 34% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 850 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gregg Middle School's student population of 850 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
850 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gregg Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gregg Middle School is 0.64, 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
#697 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
13%
Black
31%
31%
White
50%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gregg Middle School's ranking?
Gregg Middle School is ranked #697 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Gregg Middle School often compared to?
Gregg Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles B. Dubose Middle School, Cane Bay Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Gregg Middle School?
850 students attend Gregg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Gregg Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gregg Middle School?
Gregg Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gregg Middle School offer ?
Gregg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gregg Middle School part of?
Gregg Middle School is part of Dorchester 02 School District.
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