Below Average
#970 of 1,176 schools in SC
Based on limited data
Denmark-olar Middle
Middle School · Bamberg 03
1437 Church St, Denmark, SC 29042
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on SC statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
148
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
148
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#970 of 1,176
In Denmark
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Bamberg 03
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Denmark-olar Middle
Middle School in Denmark · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Denmark Olar High
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Denmark-olar Elementary
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About Denmark-olar Middle
Denmark-olar Middle is a public middle school in Denmark, SC, part of Bamberg 03. Denmark-olar Middle serves approximately 148 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 21.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Denmark-olar Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #970 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Based on limited data: 48% component coverage.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- SC avg 5.3
What Parents Should Know
At 148 students, Denmark-olar Middle is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Denmark-olar Middle runs 21.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Denmark-olar Middle 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
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Denmark-olar Middle Compares
See how Denmark-olar Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1437 Church St, Denmark, SC 29042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Denmark-olar Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Bamberg-Ehrhardt Middle (rated 7.9/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Bamberg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Barnwell Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 14.3 miles away, in nearby Barnwell), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Guinyard-Butler Middle (rated 5.3/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Barnwell), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Denmark, see our Denmark schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark Olar High Denmark | 0.0 mi | — |
| Denmark-Olar Elementary Denmark | 0.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Richard Carroll Elementary Bamberg | 5.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Bamberg-Ehrhardt Middle Bamberg | 5.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Bamberg-Ehrhardt High Bamberg | 5.7 mi | — |
| Blackville-Hilda High Blackville | 8.6 mi | — |
| Macedonia Elementary-Middle Blackville | 8.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Hunter-Kinard-Tyler High Neeses | 10.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Hunter-Kinard-Tyler Elementary Neeses | 10.8 mi | 4.1 |
| BARNWELL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Blackville | 9.7 mi | 5.5 |
| CALVARY FELLOWSHIP MENNONITE Blackville | 9.9 mi | — |
| ANDREW JACKSON ACADEMY Elshardt | 11.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Carver Edisto Middle Cope | 10.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Edisto Elementary Orangeburg | 13.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Edisto High Cordova | 13.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Edisto Primary Cordova | 14.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Barnwell Elementary Barnwell | 14.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Guinyard-Butler Middle Barnwell | 14.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Barnwell Primary Barnwell | 14.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Barnwell High Barnwell | 15.3 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,350
Median Home Value
$92,300
Median Rent
$782/mo
Population
4,761
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
64.6%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
19.3%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St. Stephen Middle St. Stephen, SC | 4.6 |
| Harleyville-Ridgeville Middle Dorchester, SC | 4.3 |
| Scott's Branch Middle Summerton, SC | 4.7 |
| Palmetto Achievement Center for Excellence Academy Columbia, SC | 4.8 |
| McCormick Middle Mccormick, SC | 4.1 |
| Simmons Pinckney Middle Charleston, SC | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Denmark-olar Middle
What grades does Denmark-olar Middle serve?
Denmark-olar Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Denmark-olar Middle?
Denmark-olar Middle has an enrollment of approximately 148 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Denmark-olar Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Denmark-olar Middle is 21.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Denmark-olar Middle rank in SC?
Denmark-olar Middle ranks #970 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Denmark-olar Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Denmark-olar Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Denmark-olar Middle a charter school?
No, Denmark-olar Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Denmark-olar Middle a Title I school?
No, Denmark-olar Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Denmark-olar Middle?
100.0% of students at Denmark-olar 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
- 148
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Bamberg County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.7%
- Phone
- (803) 793-3383
Resources & Links
District
Bamberg 03- District Enrollment
- 1,767
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,483
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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