Serving 654 students in grades 6-8, Rawlinson Road 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 24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 71% 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: 654 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rawlinson Road Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rawlinson Road Middle School's student population of 654 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rawlinson Road 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 Rawlinson Road Middle School is 0.61, 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
#915 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
55%
31%
White
29%
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%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
3%
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 Rawlinson Road Middle School's ranking?
Rawlinson Road Middle School is ranked #915 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Rawlinson Road Middle School often compared to?
Rawlinson Road Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dutchman Creek Middle School, Saluda Trail Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Rawlinson Road Middle School?
654 students attend Rawlinson Road Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Rawlinson Road Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rawlinson Road Middle School?
Rawlinson Road Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rawlinson Road Middle School offer ?
Rawlinson Road Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rawlinson Road Middle School part of?
Rawlinson Road Middle School is part of York 03 School District.
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