Serving 1,477 students in grades 9-12, Midland Valley High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midland Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Midland Valley High School's student population of 1,477 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Midland Valley High 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 Midland Valley High School is 0.65, 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
#275 out of 1154 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
19%
13%
Black
29%
31%
White
49%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midland Valley High School's ranking?
Midland Valley High School is ranked #275 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Midland Valley High School often compared to?
Midland Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aiken High School, South Aiken High School, North Augusta High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Midland Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Midland Valley High School is 93%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Midland Valley High School?
1,477 students attend Midland Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Midland Valley High School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Midland Valley High School?
Midland Valley High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Midland Valley High School offer ?
Midland Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Midland Valley High School part of?
Midland Valley High School is part of Aiken 01 School District.
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