Serving 680 students in grades 6-8, Sangaree Middle School 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 20% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sangaree Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sangaree Middle School's student population of 680 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
680 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sangaree Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sangaree Middle School is 0.68, which is more 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
#923 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
32%
31%
White
44%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
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 Sangaree Middle School's ranking?
Sangaree Middle School is ranked #923 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Sangaree Middle School often compared to?
Sangaree Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westview Middle School, Cane Bay Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Sangaree Middle School?
680 students attend Sangaree Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Sangaree Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sangaree Middle School?
Sangaree Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sangaree Middle School offer ?
Sangaree Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sangaree Middle School part of?
Sangaree Middle School is part of Berkeley 01 School District.
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