East Edisto Middle School serves 942 students in grades 6-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 942 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Edisto Middle School's student population of 942 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
942 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of East Edisto Middle School is 0.54, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
19%
31%
White
65%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 08/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend East Edisto Middle School?
942 students attend East Edisto Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of East Edisto Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Edisto Middle School?
East Edisto Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Edisto Middle School offer ?
East Edisto Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is East Edisto Middle School part of?
East Edisto Middle School is part of Dorchester 02 School District.
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