Serving 638 students in grades 6-8, Banks Trail Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Banks Trail Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Banks Trail Middle School's student population of 638 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
638 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'The Trail is a pathway to student growth and success.'
School Rankings
Banks Trail Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Banks Trail Middle School is 0.61, 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
#327 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
2%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
13%
31%
White
59%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Banks Trail Middle School's ranking?
Banks Trail Middle School is ranked #327 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Banks Trail Middle School often compared to?
Banks Trail Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gold Hill Middle School, Fort Mill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Banks Trail Middle School?
638 students attend Banks Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Banks Trail Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Banks Trail Middle School?
Banks Trail Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Banks Trail Middle School offer ?
Banks Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Banks Trail Middle School part of?
Banks Trail Middle School is part of York 04 School District.
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