Serving 329 students in grades 7-8, Waccamaw Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 50% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waccamaw Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Waccamaw Middle School's student population of 329 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
329 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waccamaw Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waccamaw Middle School is 0.41, 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
#388 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
16%
31%
White
75%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
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 Waccamaw Middle School's ranking?
Waccamaw Middle School is ranked #388 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Waccamaw Middle School?
329 students attend Waccamaw Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Waccamaw Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waccamaw Middle School?
Waccamaw Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waccamaw Middle School offer ?
Waccamaw Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waccamaw Middle School part of?
Waccamaw Middle School is part of Georgetown 01 School District.
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