Serving 336 students in grades 7-8, Waccamaw Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 42% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waccamaw Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Waccamaw Middle School's student population of 336 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waccamaw Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waccamaw Middle School is 0.40, 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
#463 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
16%
31%
White
76%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waccamaw Middle School's ranking?
Waccamaw Middle School is ranked #463 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Waccamaw Middle School?
336 students attend Waccamaw Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Waccamaw Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waccamaw Middle School?
Waccamaw Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waccamaw Middle School offer ?
Waccamaw Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Waccamaw Middle School part of?
Waccamaw Middle School is part of Georgetown 01 School District.
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