Serving 373 students in grades 6-8, Holly Hill-roberts 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 8% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holly Hill-roberts Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Holly Hill-roberts Middle School's student population of 373 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
373 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holly Hill-roberts 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 Holly Hill-roberts Middle School is 0.30, 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
#1108 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
83%
31%
White
10%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holly Hill-roberts Middle School's ranking?
Holly Hill-roberts Middle School is ranked #1108 out of 1,154 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Holly Hill-roberts Middle School?
373 students attend Holly Hill-roberts Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Holly Hill-roberts Middle School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holly Hill-roberts Middle School?
Holly Hill-roberts Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Holly Hill-roberts Middle School offer ?
Holly Hill-roberts Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Holly Hill-roberts Middle School part of?
Holly Hill-roberts Middle School is part of Orangeburg School District.
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