Serving 802 students in grades 6-8, Longleaf 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 26% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 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 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 802 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Longleaf Middle School's student population of 802 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
802 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Longleaf 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 Longleaf Middle School is 0.42, 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
#801 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
13%
Black
75%
31%
White
10%
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
69%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Longleaf Middle School's ranking?
Longleaf Middle School is ranked #801 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Longleaf Middle School?
802 students attend Longleaf Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Longleaf Middle School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 9% 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 Longleaf Middle School?
Longleaf Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Longleaf Middle School offer ?
Longleaf Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Longleaf Middle School part of?
Longleaf Middle School is part of Richland 02 School District.
In what neighborhood is Longleaf Middle School located?
Longleaf Middle School is located in the Blythewood neighborhood of Columbia, SC. There are 1 other public schools located in Blythewood.
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