Serving 199 students in grades 6-8, Simmons Pinckney 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 7% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 199 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simmons Pinckney Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Simmons Pinckney Middle School's student population of 199 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
199 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Simmons Pinckney 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 Simmons Pinckney Middle School is 0.10, 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
#1153 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
95%
31%
White
1%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
5%
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 Simmons Pinckney Middle School's ranking?
Simmons Pinckney Middle School is ranked #1153 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Simmons Pinckney Middle School often compared to?
Simmons Pinckney Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Simons Montessori by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Simmons Pinckney Middle School?
199 students attend Simmons Pinckney Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Simmons Pinckney Middle School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Simmons Pinckney Middle School?
Simmons Pinckney Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Simmons Pinckney Middle School offer ?
Simmons Pinckney Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Simmons Pinckney Middle School part of?
Simmons Pinckney Middle School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
In what neighborhood is Simmons Pinckney Middle School located?
Simmons Pinckney Middle School is located in the Westside neighborhood of Charleston, SC. There are 4 other public schools located in Westside.
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