Berry Shoals Intermediate

Berry Shoals Intermediate serves 896 students in grades 5 and 6 in Duncan, South Carolina, operating as a dedicated middle school transition point for young adolescents. With 63 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a manageable 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for more individualized attention during these crucial developmental years. Academically, Berry Shoals Intermediate earns a 6.2 out of 10 rating and ranks in the 62nd percentile statewide, placing it at #456 among South Carolina's 1,192 schools.

The school shows steady performance with 55% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading, while 50% reach proficiency in Math. These results reflect the school's ongoing efforts to build strong foundational skills as students prepare for their upper middle school years. The school draws from a stable community where the median household income reaches $74,675 and the poverty rate remains relatively low at 8.4%.

With 30% of local adults holding bachelor's degrees or higher and median home values at $246,300, the surrounding neighborhood demonstrates a commitment to education and community investment. Berry Shoals Intermediate sits in Duncan's mid-size suburban setting, providing students with the benefits of a close-knit community atmosphere while maintaining access to broader educational and extracurricular opportunities throughout Spartanburg County.