Below Average
#1011 of 1,176 schools in SC
Georgetown Middle
Middle School · Georgetown 01
2400 Authuan Maybank Drive, Georgetown, SC 29440
Enrollment
682
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
682
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#1,011 of 1,176
In Georgetown
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#16 of 19
Georgetown 01
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Georgetown Middle
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About Georgetown Middle
Georgetown Middle is a public middle school in Georgetown, SC, part of Georgetown 01. Georgetown Middle serves approximately 682 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Georgetown Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,011 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Georgetown Middle show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- SC avg 5.3
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Georgetown 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
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Georgetown Middle — Students at Georgetown Middle score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.6/10.
How Georgetown Middle Compares
See how Georgetown Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2400 Authuan Maybank Drive, Georgetown, SC 29440
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Georgetown Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Waccamaw Intermediate (rated 7.5/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Pawleys Island), which scores notably higher. Another option is Waccamaw Middle (rated 6.9/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Pawleys Island), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Carvers Bay Middle STEAM Academy (rated 4.4/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Hemingway), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Georgetown, see our Georgetown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29440 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,926
Median Home Value
$160,400
Median Rent
$912/mo
Population
26,419
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
81.7%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Median Age
45.9
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Loris Middle Loris, SC | 4.2 |
| Newberry Middle Newberry, SC | 4.2 |
| Northside Middle West Columbia, SC | 4.2 |
| Robert E. Howard Middle Orangeburg, SC | 4.2 |
| Long Middle Cheraw, SC | 4.3 |
| Saluda Middle Saluda, SC | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Georgetown Middle
What grades does Georgetown Middle serve?
Georgetown Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Georgetown Middle?
Georgetown Middle has an enrollment of approximately 682 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Georgetown Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Georgetown Middle is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Georgetown Middle rank in SC?
Georgetown Middle ranks #1,011 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Georgetown Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Georgetown Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Georgetown Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Georgetown Middle has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Georgetown Middle a charter school?
No, Georgetown Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Georgetown Middle a Title I school?
No, Georgetown Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Georgetown Middle?
100.0% of students at Georgetown 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
- 682
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Georgetown County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.0%
- Phone
- (843) 527-4495
Resources & Links
District
Georgetown 01- District Enrollment
- 8,355
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,951
- District Rank
- #16 of 19
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