Great Falls Middle School serves 212 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 57% (which was lower than the South Carolina state average of 70%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 57% (which was lower than the South Carolina state average of 71%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 was equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 44% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
212 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)57%
70%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)57%
71%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
43%
31%
White
56%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 70% SC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% SC state average).
How many students attend Great Falls Middle School?
212 students attend Great Falls Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Great Falls Middle School students are White, 43% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Falls Middle School?
Great Falls Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Great Falls Middle School offer ?
Great Falls Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Great Falls Middle School part of?
Great Falls Middle School is part of Chester 01 School District.
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