Serving 260 students in grades 6-12, North Middle/high 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 15-19% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Middle/high 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
North Middle/high's student population of 260 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
260 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We educate to Energize, to Engage, to Elevate and to Empower.
School Rankings
North Middle/high ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Middle/high is 0.55, 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
#928 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
58%
31%
White
34%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
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 North Middle/high's ranking?
North Middle/high is ranked #928 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are North Middle/high often compared to?
North Middle/highis often viewed alongside schools like Orangeburg Wilkinson High School, Great Falls High School, Branchville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Middle/high?
The graduation rate of North Middle/high is 80-89%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend North Middle/high?
260 students attend North Middle/high.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of North Middle/high students are Black, 34% of students are White, 4% 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 North Middle/high?
North Middle/high has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Middle/high offer ?
North Middle/high offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Middle/high part of?
North Middle/high is part of Orangeburg School District.
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