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Berea Middle

Middle School · Greenville 01

151 Berea Middle School Road, Greenville, SC 29617

Enrollment

775

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

3.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#1,114 of 1,176

In Greenville

#51 of 51

public schools

In district

#88 of 88

Greenville 01

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Berea Middle

3.4/10

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

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About Berea Middle

Berea Middle is a public middle school in Greenville, SC, part of Greenville 01. Berea Middle serves approximately 775 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Berea Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,114 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Berea Middle show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.4
  • SC avg 5.3

What Parents Should Know

52% of students at Berea 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.4Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-18.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,375
Chronic Absenteeism51.9%

Berea Middle — Students at Berea Middle score 18% 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 33.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.0% (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
68%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
60%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
21%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
11%
ELA
24%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Berea Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
3.4/10
5th percentile in SC
Academic
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
51.9%

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

151 Berea Middle School Road, Greenville, SC 29617

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Berea Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Legacy Early College (rated 8.5/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stone Academy (rated 8.4/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, U U WORLD OF CHILDREN (rated 7.9/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Greenville, see our Greenville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
FURMAN UNIVERSITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Greenville 0.6 mi
Armstrong Elementary Greenville 0.9 mi 6.0
Duncan Chapel Elementary Greenville 1.6 mi 5.4
ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Greenville 1.7 mi 6.1
Berea Elementary Greenville 2.4 mi 7.5
Lakeview Middle Greenville 2.2 mi 3.5
Berea High Greenville 2.7 mi 5.9
Monaview Elementary Greenville 3.3 mi 6.6
Cherrydale Elementary Greenville 3.2 mi 3.9
Westcliffe Elementary Greenville 3.5 mi 5.8
Travelers Rest High Travelers Rest 3.9 mi 7.2
Alexander Elementary Greenville 4.1 mi 4.2
HAMPTON PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Greenville 3.6 mi 4.9
Legacy Early College Greenville 4.2 mi 8.5
Gateway Elementary Travelers Rest 4.4 mi 7.3
U U WORLD OF CHILDREN Greenville 3.8 mi 7.9
FOOTPRINTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenville 4.8 mi
Stone Academy Greenville 4.7 mi 8.4
ST ANTHONY OF PADUA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville 5.1 mi 6.4
UPSTATE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Greenville 5.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29617 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,146

Median Home Value

$217,600

Median Rent

$1,046/mo

Population

26,801

College Educated

27.1%

Homeownership

65.5%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

18.5%

Median Age

40.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Bates Middle Sumter, SC 3.4
College Park Middle Ladson, SC 3.4
Furman Middle Sumter, SC 3.4
M. B. Kennedy Middle Aiken, SC 3.4
White Knoll Middle West Columbia, SC 3.4
Lakeview Middle Greenville, SC 3.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Berea Middle

What grades does Berea Middle serve?

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

How many students attend Berea Middle?

Berea Middle has an enrollment of approximately 775 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Berea Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Berea Middle is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Berea Middle rank in SC?

Berea Middle ranks #1,114 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Berea Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Berea Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Berea Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Berea Middle has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Berea Middle a charter school?

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

Is Berea Middle a Title I school?

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

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

100.0% of students at Berea 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
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
775
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Greenville County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
51.9%

District

Greenville 01
District Enrollment
78,371
Schools in District
93
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,375
District Rank
#88 of 88

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