Serving 829 students in grades 6-8, Seneca 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 34% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 829 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seneca Middle School's student population of 829 students has stayed relatively flat 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
829 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Seneca 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 Seneca Middle School is 0.63, 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
#711 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
25%
31%
White
54%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Oconee 01 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seneca Middle School's ranking?
Seneca Middle School is ranked #711 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Seneca Middle School often compared to?
Seneca Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Oak Middle School, Walhalla Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Seneca Middle School?
829 students attend Seneca Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Seneca Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seneca Middle School?
Seneca Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Seneca Middle School offer ?
Seneca Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Seneca Middle School part of?
Seneca Middle School is part of Oconee 01 School District.
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