Serving 353 students in grades 6-8, Edgewood 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 36% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edgewood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Edgewood Middle School's student population of 353 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edgewood 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 Edgewood Middle School is 0.47, 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
#664 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
24%
31%
White
69%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgewood Middle School's ranking?
Edgewood Middle School is ranked #664 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Edgewood Middle School often compared to?
Edgewood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northside Middle School, Brewer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Edgewood Middle School?
353 students attend Edgewood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Edgewood Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edgewood Middle School?
Edgewood Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edgewood Middle School offer ?
Edgewood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Edgewood Middle School part of?
Edgewood Middle School is part of Greenwood 52 School District.
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