Furman Middle

Furman Middle is a regular public middle school located in Sumter, South Carolina, in a rural setting near the town. The school serves students in grades 6 through 8, with an enrollment of 669 students and a student-teacher ratio of 19.1:1. Furman Middle has 35 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to providing education to its diverse student body.

The academic performance at Furman Middle is currently rated 2.0 out of 10 by MySchoolScout, placing the school in the 14th percentile among South Carolina's public middle schools with a ranking of #1032 out of 1192 schools. The ELA/Reading proficiency rate for students at Furman Middle is 24%, and the Math proficiency rate is 13%. While these scores indicate room for improvement, they also suggest that there are many opportunities for growth and development within the school community.

Furman Middle's setting in a rural area near Sumter offers a close-knit environment where students can benefit from strong connections with their teachers and peers. The school serves as an important educational hub for families in this part of South Carolina, fostering a supportive learning atmosphere that helps students thrive despite current academic challenges.

While current test scores at Furman Middle are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Furman Middle may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.