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#817 of 1,176 schools in SC

Guinyard-butler Middle

Middle School · Barnwell 45

779 Allen Street, Barnwell, SC 29812

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

286

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

5.3

Grades

7th – 8th

Enrollment

286

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

5.3

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#817 of 1,176

In Barnwell

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Barnwell 45

Academic growth

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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About Guinyard-butler Middle

Guinyard-butler Middle is a public middle school in Barnwell, SC, part of Barnwell 45. Guinyard-butler Middle serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Guinyard-butler Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #817 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Guinyard-butler Middle show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district

5.3

This school 5.3 · Average
District avg 5.8
SC avg 5.3

What Parents Should Know

Guinyard-butler 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.

33% of students at Guinyard-butler 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress7.0Very Good40%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-2.85 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics4.6Below Average35%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-6.8 pts

Adjusted Percentile27th

Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement25%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1

Per-Pupil Spending$15,345

Chronic Absenteeism32.9%

Guinyard-butler Middle — Students at Guinyard-butler Middle score 30% 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 36.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 42.1% (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

66%

ELA

70%

2010

Math

52%

ELA

57%

2011

Math

47%

ELA

58%

2012

Math

45%

ELA

54%

2013

Math

58%

ELA

57%

2014

Math

28%

ELA

35%

2015

Math

25%

ELA

34%

2016

Math

23%

ELA

27%

2017

Math

28%

ELA

25%

2018

Math

31%

ELA

39%

2019

Math

31%

ELA

39%

2020*

Math

25%

ELA

28%

2021*

Math

25%

ELA

28%

2022

Math

20%

ELA

39%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Guinyard-butler Middle Compares

See how Guinyard-butler Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

5.3/10

31th percentile in SC

Academic

4.6/10

Below Average

Growth

7.0/10

Very Good

Environment

3.7/10

Needs Improvement

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

100%

Teaching Staff

17:1 student-teacher ratio

17 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

32.9%

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

779 Allen Street, Barnwell, SC 29812

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Guinyard-butler Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Williston-Elko Middle (rated 7.8/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Williston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Barnwell Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Allendale-Fairfax Middle (rated 6.0/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Fairfax), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Barnwell, see our Barnwell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Barnwell Elementary Barnwell	0.5 mi	453	6.4
Barnwell Primary Barnwell	0.6 mi	651	6.6
Barnwell High Barnwell	1.3 mi	562	7.2
BARNWELL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Blackville	4.7 mi	57	5.5
Blackville-Hilda High Blackville	9.6 mi	154	—
Macedonia Elementary-Middle Blackville	9.7 mi	356	7.8
WINFIELD HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN KINDERGARTEN Williston	10.2 mi	15	—
Williston-Elko High Williston	10.8 mi	198	—
Williston-Elko Middle Williston	10.9 mi	158	7.8
Kelly Edwards Elementary Williston	10.9 mi	311	7.8
CALVARY FELLOWSHIP MENNONITE Blackville	11.1 mi	24	—
Denmark Olar High Denmark	14.4 mi	183	—
Denmark-Olar Middle Denmark	14.4 mi	148	4.5
Denmark-Olar Elementary Denmark	14.4 mi	248	7.9
Allendale Fairfax High Fairfax	18.3 mi	294	7.1
Allendale-Fairfax Middle Fairfax	18.3 mi	194	6.0
Allendale-Fairfax Elementary Fairfax	18.9 mi	440	6.3
Hunter-Kinard-Tyler High Neeses	18.4 mi	230	6.7
Hunter-Kinard-Tyler Elementary Neeses	18.4 mi	188	4.1
Allendale High Fairfax	19.9 mi	4	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29812 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$44,494

Median Home Value

$105,100

Median Rent

$656/mo

Population

10,965

College Educated

16%

Homeownership

74.4%

Avg Commute

26.3 min

Poverty Rate

31%

Median Age

40.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Guinyard-butler Middle

What grades does Guinyard-butler Middle serve?

Guinyard-butler Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Guinyard-butler Middle?

Guinyard-butler Middle has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Guinyard-butler Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Guinyard-butler Middle is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Guinyard-butler Middle rank in SC?

Guinyard-butler Middle ranks #817 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Guinyard-butler Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Guinyard-butler Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Guinyard-butler Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Guinyard-butler Middle has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Guinyard-butler Middle a charter school?

No, Guinyard-butler Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Guinyard-butler Middle a Title I school?

No, Guinyard-butler Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Guinyard-butler Middle?

100.0% of students at Guinyard-butler 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.