Serving 442 students in grades 6-8, Carver Edisto 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 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carver Edisto Middle School's student population of 442 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carver Edisto 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 Carver Edisto Middle School is 0.60, 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
#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)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
52%
31%
White
36%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carver Edisto Middle School's ranking?
Carver Edisto Middle School is ranked #1066 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
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 Carver Edisto Middle School?
442 students attend Carver Edisto Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Carver Edisto Middle School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carver Edisto Middle School?
Carver Edisto Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carver Edisto Middle School offer ?
Carver Edisto Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carver Edisto Middle School part of?
Carver Edisto Middle School is part of Orangeburg School District.
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