Serving 732 students in grades 6-8, Alston 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 24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower 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 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 732 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alston Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Alston Middle School's student population of 732 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
732 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alston Middle School 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 Alston Middle School is 0.72, 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
#777 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
17%
15%
Black
35%
31%
White
36%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alston Middle School's ranking?
Alston Middle School is ranked #777 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Alston Middle School often compared to?
Alston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles B. Dubose Middle School, Cane Bay Middle School, Rollings Middle School Of The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Alston Middle School?
732 students attend Alston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Alston Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alston Middle School?
Alston Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alston Middle School offer ?
Alston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alston Middle School part of?
Alston Middle School is part of Dorchester 02 School District.
School Reviews
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