For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 3,301 students in Lancaster County, SC.
The top ranked public middle schools in Lancaster County, SC are Indian Land Middle School, Buford Middle School and North Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lancaster County, SC public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in Lancaster County have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public middle school average of 51% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Lancaster County (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Indian Land Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8361 Charlotte Highway
Fort Mill, SC 29707
(803) 578-2500
Fort Mill, SC 29707
(803) 578-2500
Grades: 6-8
| 989 students
Rank: #22.
Buford Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1890 North Rocky River Road
Lancaster, SC 29720
(803) 285-8473
Lancaster, SC 29720
(803) 285-8473
Grades: 6-8
| 373 students
Rank: #33.
North Central Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
805 Keys Lane
Kershaw, SC 29067
(803) 424-2740
Kershaw, SC 29067
(803) 424-2740
Grades: 6-8
| 420 students
Rank: #44.
Andrew Jackson Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6865 Kershaw Camden Highway
Kershaw, SC 29067
(803) 475-6021
Kershaw, SC 29067
(803) 475-6021
Grades: 6-8
| 466 students
Rank: #55.
South Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1551 Billings Drive
Lancaster, SC 29720
(803) 283-8416
Lancaster, SC 29720
(803) 283-8416
Grades: 6-8
| 534 students
Rank: #66.
A. R. Rucker Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
422 Old Dixie Road
Lancaster, SC 29720
(803) 416-8555
Lancaster, SC 29720
(803) 416-8555
Grades: 6-8
| 519 students
Lancaster County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Kershaw Correctional Institution (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
4848 Goldmine Highway
Kershaw, SC 29067
(803) 896-3343
Kershaw, SC 29067
(803) 896-3343
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Lancaster A V C High School (Closed 2006)
Vocational School
625 Normandy Road
Lancaster, SC 29720
(803) 285-7404
Lancaster, SC 29720
(803) 285-7404
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
5160 Mt. Pisgah Road
Kershaw, SC 29067
(803) 475-6791
Kershaw, SC 29067
(803) 475-6791
Grades: PK-5
| 149 students
500 Hampton Road
Lancaster, SC 29720
(803) 283-3915
Lancaster, SC 29720
(803) 283-3915
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in Lancaster County, SC?
The top ranked public middle schools in Lancaster County, SC include Indian Land Middle School, Buford Middle School and North Central Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Lancaster County?
6 public middle schools are located in Lancaster County.
What is the racial composition of students in Lancaster County?
Lancaster County public middle schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public middle schools average of 51% (majority Black).
Which public middle schools in Lancaster County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public middle schools in Lancaster County include: South Middle School vs. Indian Land Middle School, A. R. Rucker Middle School vs. Buford Middle School, Indian Land Middle School vs. South Middle School
Recent Articles
Vouchers for Special Education: Are They a Good Idea?
The article examines the pros and cons of using school vouchers for special education students. It discusses how vouchers can provide more educational options for families but also raises concerns about accountability, funding for public schools, and the implementation of special education laws in private school settings.
What is the Connection Between Home Values and School Performance?
This article explores the relationship between school performance and home values in neighborhoods. It discusses studies showing correlations between school expenditures, ratings, and housing prices, highlighting how this connection affects families' choices and contributes to educational disparities between communities.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.