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Beaufort Middle

Middle School · Beaufort 01

2501 Mossy Oaks Boulevard, Beaufort, SC 29902

Enrollment

371

Student-Teacher

8.8:1

Score

5.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#818 of 1,176

In Beaufort

#13 of 14

public schools

In district

#28 of 32

Beaufort 01

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Beaufort Middle

5.3/10

Middle School in Beaufort · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mossy Oaks Elementary

6.4/10

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5.2/10

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About Beaufort Middle

Beaufort Middle is a public middle school in Beaufort, SC, part of Beaufort 01. Beaufort Middle serves approximately 371 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Beaufort Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #818 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Beaufort Middle show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • SC avg 5.3

What Parents Should Know

At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Beaufort Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,232
Chronic Absenteeism2.4%

Beaufort Middle — Students at Beaufort Middle score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
83%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
43%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
19%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
19%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
18%
ELA
35%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Beaufort Middle Compares

See how Beaufort Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
31th percentile in SC
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
2.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2501 Mossy Oaks Boulevard, Beaufort, SC 29902

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Beaufort Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Whale Branch Early College High (rated 9.4/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Seabrook), which scores notably higher. Another option is Battery Creek High (rated 8.9/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Coosa Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Beaufort, see our Beaufort schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Mossy Oaks Elementary Beaufort 0.2 mi 6.4
Port Royal Elementary Port Royal 1.6 mi 5.2
Beaufort Elementary Beaufort 2.3 mi 6.6
Beaufort High Beaufort 2.0 mi 7.8
ST PETERS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Beaufort 2.3 mi 7.7
Bridges Preparatory School Beaufort 2.8 mi 8.3
BEAUFORT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Beaufort 2.5 mi 4.3
Lowcountry Montessori School Beaufort 2.9 mi 6.1
Lady's Island Middle Beaufort 3.0 mi 5.6
Robert Smalls Leadership Academy Beaufort 3.1 mi 7.0
Riverview Charter School Beaufort 3.2 mi 7.8
Battery Creek High Beaufort 3.9 mi 8.9
BEAUFORT ACADEMY Beaufort 4.0 mi 7.4
Coosa Elementary Beaufort 4.2 mi 8.8
Lady's Island Elementary Beaufort 3.8 mi 5.5
Broad River Elementary Beaufort 4.0 mi 6.5
Joseph S. Shanklin Elementary Beaufort 7.1 mi 4.1
St. Helena Elementary St. Helena 7.4 mi 5.7
Whale Branch Early College High Seabrook 9.2 mi 9.4
Whale Branch Elementary Seabrook 9.5 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29902 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,564

Median Home Value

$306,000

Median Rent

$1,157/mo

Population

16,916

College Educated

37.8%

Homeownership

65.4%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

13.9%

Median Age

32.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Batesburg-Leesville Middle School Batesburg-Leesville, SC 5.3
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Johnston-Edgefield-Trenton Middle Johnston, SC 5.3
Lewisville Middle Richburg, SC 5.3
Belton Middle Belton, SC 5.1
Carver Edisto Middle Cope, SC 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Beaufort Middle

What grades does Beaufort Middle serve?

Beaufort Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Beaufort Middle?

Beaufort Middle has an enrollment of approximately 371 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Beaufort Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Beaufort Middle is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Beaufort Middle rank in SC?

Beaufort Middle ranks #818 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Beaufort Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Beaufort Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Beaufort Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Beaufort Middle has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Beaufort Middle a charter school?

No, Beaufort Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Beaufort Middle a Title I school?

No, Beaufort Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Beaufort Middle?

100.0% of students at Beaufort 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Beaufort County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
2.4%

District

Beaufort 01
District Enrollment
21,489
Schools in District
32
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,232
District Rank
#28 of 32

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