Serving 379 students in grades 6-8, Pine Ridge 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 14% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower 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 70% 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: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pine Ridge Middle School's student population of 379 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
379 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Pine Ridge 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 Pine Ridge Middle School is 0.70, 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
#1066 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
28%
15%
Black
37%
31%
White
30%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lexington 02 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Pine Ridge Middle School is ranked #1066 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Pine Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Pine Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like R. H. Fulmer Middle School, White Knoll Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Pine Ridge Middle School?
379 students attend Pine Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Pine Ridge Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine Ridge Middle School?
Pine Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pine Ridge Middle School offer ?
Pine Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pine Ridge Middle School part of?
Pine Ridge Middle School is part of Lexington 02 School District.
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