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#977 of 1,176 schools in SC

Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy

Middle School · Georgetown 01

13000 Choppee Road, Hemingway, SC 29554

Enrollment

262

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

4.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#977 of 1,176

In Hemingway

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#14 of 19

Georgetown 01

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy

4.4/10

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

Carvers Bay Early College and Career High

8.0/10

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6.2/10

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About Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy

Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy is a public middle school in Hemingway, SC, part of Georgetown 01. Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #977 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • SC avg 5.3

What Parents Should Know

Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.1Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.2Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,951
Chronic Absenteeism28.2%

Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy — Students at Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy score 22% 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 34.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.9% (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
74%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
60%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
21%
2015
Math
23%
ELA
19%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
16%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
16%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
19%
2022
Math
16%
ELA
27%

* 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: 3.1/10.

How Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy Compares

See how Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
17th percentile in SC
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

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

13000 Choppee Road, Hemingway, SC 29554

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hemingway MB Lee Middle (rated 5.3/10, 11.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Johnsonville Middle (rated 4.5/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Johnsonville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Georgetown Middle (rated 4.2/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Georgetown), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hemingway, see our Hemingway schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Carvers Bay Early College and Career High Hemingway 0.3 mi 8.0
Pleasant Hill Elementary STREAM Academy Hemingway 5.1 mi 6.2
Brown's Ferry Elementary School for the Creative and Perform Georgetown 7.8 mi 5.2
Plantersville Elementary Digital Immersion Georgetown 8.7 mi 3.4
Hemingway High Hemingway 11.8 mi 8.9
Hemingway MB Lee Middle Hemingway 11.8 mi 5.3
HEMINGWAY DAY SCHOOL Hemingway 12.6 mi
Hemingway Elementary Hemingway 12.7 mi 4.6
McDonald Elementary Georgetown 14.6 mi 4.2
Kensington Elementary Georgetown 14.6 mi 5.7
Georgetown Middle Georgetown 15.4 mi 4.2
Georgetown High Georgetown 15.4 mi 6.9
Johnsonville Middle Johnsonville 15.4 mi 4.5
Johnsonville High Johnsonville 15.8 mi 9.0
ALL SAINTS CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pawleys Island 14.7 mi
Johnsonville Elementary Johnsonville 15.9 mi 5.9
THE GEORGETOWN SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Georgetown 16.5 mi 7.0
Waccamaw High Pawleys Island 15.1 mi 8.3
Coastal Montessori Charter Pawleys Island 15.7 mi 5.5
Waccamaw Elementary Pawleys Island 15.4 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29554 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,731

Median Home Value

$101,800

Median Rent

$986/mo

Population

9,001

College Educated

12.1%

Homeownership

76.8%

Avg Commute

32.7 min

Poverty Rate

26.1%

Median Age

45.1

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

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St. Stephen Middle St. Stephen, SC 4.6
Kingstree Middle Magnet Kingstree, SC 4.7
Lee Central Middle Bishopville, SC 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy

What grades does Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy serve?

Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy?

Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy rank in SC?

Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy ranks #977 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy 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 Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy a charter school?

No, Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy a Title I school?

No, Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy?

100.0% of students at Carvers Bay Middle Steam Academy 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
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Georgetown County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

District

Georgetown 01
District Enrollment
8,355
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,951
District Rank
#14 of 19

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