Serving 172 students in grades 6-8, St. Stephen 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 13% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% 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: 172 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Stephen Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
St. Stephen Middle School's student population of 172 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
172 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
St. Stephen 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 St. Stephen Middle School is 0.49, 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
#1015 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
68%
31%
White
20%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Berkeley 01 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mighty Rams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Stephen Middle School's ranking?
St. Stephen Middle School is ranked #1015 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are St. Stephen Middle School often compared to?
St. Stephen Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry E. Bonner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend St. Stephen Middle School?
172 students attend St. Stephen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of St. Stephen Middle School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Stephen Middle School?
St. Stephen Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Stephen Middle School offer ?
St. Stephen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is St. Stephen Middle School part of?
St. Stephen Middle School is part of Berkeley 01 School District.
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