Serving 736 students in grades 6-8, Forest Creek Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 736 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Forest Creek Middle School's student population of 736 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
736 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Forest Creek Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Creek Middle School is 0.49, 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
#176 out of 1154 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
9%
31%
White
70%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Creek Middle School's ranking?
Forest Creek Middle School is ranked #176 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Forest Creek Middle School often compared to?
Forest Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gold Hill Middle School, Pleasant Knoll Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Forest Creek Middle School?
736 students attend Forest Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Forest Creek Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forest Creek Middle School?
Forest Creek Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forest Creek Middle School offer ?
Forest Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Forest Creek Middle School part of?
Forest Creek Middle School is part of York 04 School District.
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