Below Average
#984 of 1,176 schools in SC
Alcorn Middle
Middle School · Richland 01
5125 Fairfield Road, Columbia, SC 29203
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#984 of 1,176
In Columbia
#56 of 72
public schools
In district
#33 of 47
Richland 01
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Alcorn Middle
Alcorn Middle is a public middle school in Columbia, SC, part of Richland 01. Alcorn Middle serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Alcorn Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #984 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Alcorn Middle show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- SC avg 5.3
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Alcorn Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Alcorn Middle — Students at Alcorn Middle score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.0/10.
How Alcorn Middle Compares
See how Alcorn Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5125 Fairfield Road, Columbia, SC 29203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alcorn Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Palmetto Achievement Center for Excellence Academy (rated 4.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Heyward Gibbes Middle (rated 4.5/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, W. A. Perry Middle (rated 4.1/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Arden Elementary Columbia | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Eau Claire High Columbia | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| J. P. Thomas Elementary Columbia | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Hyatt Park Elementary Columbia | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Palmetto Achievement Center for Excellence Academy Columbia | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Burton Pack Elementary Columbia | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| DANIELS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Columbia | 1.8 mi | — |
| W. A. Perry Middle Columbia | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Watkins-Nance Elementary Columbia | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Pendergrass Fairwold School Columbia | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Heyward Gibbes Middle Columbia | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| C. A. Johnson High Columbia | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| V.V.REID SCHOOL Columbia | 2.0 mi | — |
| V.V. REID SCHOOL, LLC Columbia | 2.0 mi | — |
| SC Whitmore School Columbia | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| CENTER FOR LEARNING INC Columbia | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Carver-Lyon Elementary Columbia | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Carolina School for Inquiry Columbia | 2.6 mi | 4.2 |
| A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary Columbia | 2.2 mi | 3.4 |
| 1955 Columbia | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,371
Median Home Value
$121,600
Median Rent
$1,041/mo
Population
40,811
College Educated
21.9%
Homeownership
47.9%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
28.3%
Median Age
34.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carvers Bay Middle STEAM Academy Hemingway, SC | 4.4 |
| Liberty Middle Liberty, SC | 4.4 |
| Southeast Middle Hopkins, SC | 4.4 |
| Heyward Gibbes Middle Columbia, SC | 4.5 |
| Johnsonville Middle Johnsonville, SC | 4.5 |
| Long Middle Cheraw, SC | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alcorn Middle
What grades does Alcorn Middle serve?
Alcorn Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Alcorn Middle?
Alcorn Middle has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alcorn Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Alcorn Middle is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alcorn Middle rank in SC?
Alcorn Middle ranks #984 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Alcorn Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Alcorn Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Alcorn Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alcorn Middle has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Alcorn Middle a charter school?
No, Alcorn Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alcorn Middle a Title I school?
No, Alcorn Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alcorn Middle?
100.0% of students at Alcorn Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 384
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Richland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.1%
- Phone
- (803) 735-3439
Resources & Links
District
Richland 01- District Enrollment
- 22,123
- Schools in District
- 48
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,992
- District Rank
- #33 of 47
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