Johnakin Middle School

601 Gurley Street
Marion, SC 29571
1/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 461 students in grades 6-8, Johnakin 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 10% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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: 461 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 90%
  • : Bottom 50% in SC
  • : 10% (Btm 50%)
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education

School Overview

Johnakin Middle School's student population of 461 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
461 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
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School Rankings

Johnakin 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 Johnakin Middle School is 0.30, 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.
This School
State Level (SC)
#1113 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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10%
43%
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16%
52%
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15-19%
50%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
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American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
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Hispanic
3%
14%
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Black
83%
31%
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White
10%
47%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.30
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Johnakin Middle School's ranking?
Johnakin Middle School is ranked #1113 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Johnakin Middle School often compared to?
Johnakin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palmetto Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Johnakin Middle School?
461 students attend Johnakin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Johnakin Middle School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnakin Middle School?
Johnakin Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Johnakin Middle School offer ?
Johnakin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Johnakin Middle School part of?
Johnakin Middle School is part of Marion 10 School District.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
I think the school is great all the kids in the show their fox pride everyday.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - kadra
3   10/10/2025
johnakin middle school is the best school ever
- Posted by Student/Alumni - johnia thompson

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 461 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 90%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 10% (Btm 50%)
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education

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