Serving 656 students in grades 6-8, West Oak 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 30% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Oak Middle School's student population of 656 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
656 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
West Oak 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 West Oak Middle School is 0.27, 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
#815 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
5%
31%
White
85%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 West Oak Middle School's ranking?
West Oak Middle School is ranked #815 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are West Oak Middle School often compared to?
West Oak Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seneca Middle School, Walhalla Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend West Oak Middle School?
656 students attend West Oak Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of West Oak Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Oak Middle School?
West Oak Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Oak Middle School offer ?
West Oak Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Oak Middle School part of?
West Oak Middle School is part of Oconee 01 School District.
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