Serving 973 students in grades 6-8, Wren Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 973 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wren Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wren Middle School's student population of 973 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
973 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wren Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wren Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#326 out of 1154 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
7%
31%
White
82%
48%
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
40%
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 Wren Middle School's ranking?
Wren Middle School is ranked #326 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Wren Middle School often compared to?
Wren Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Powdersville Middle School, Richard H. Gettys Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Wren Middle School?
973 students attend Wren Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Wren Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% 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 Wren Middle School?
Wren Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wren Middle School offer ?
Wren Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wren Middle School part of?
Wren Middle School is part of Anderson 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 1/20/2020
Me and my brother both go to Wren middle school, and I think it's the best. I have math 180 and read 180. They have a Beta club and lots of other activities to do in and around Wren middle school The 180 classes helps you with reading and math if you have trouble with it.
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