Below Average
#1044 of 1,176 schools in SC
John E. Ewing Middle
Middle School · Cherokee 01
171 East Junior High Road, Gaffney, SC 29340
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#1,044 of 1,176
In Gaffney
#10 of 11
public schools
In district
#13 of 14
Cherokee 01
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John E. Ewing Middle
Middle School in Gaffney · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John E. Ewing Middle
John E. Ewing Middle is a public middle school in Gaffney, SC, part of Cherokee 01. John E.
Ewing Middle serves approximately 405 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. John E. Ewing Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,044 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for John E. Ewing Middle show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- SC avg 5.3
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at John E. Ewing 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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John E. Ewing Middle — Students at John E. Ewing Middle score 24% 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: 4.7/10.
How John E. Ewing Middle Compares
See how John E. Ewing 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
171 East Junior High Road, Gaffney, SC 29340
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John E. Ewing Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Gaffney Middle (rated 5.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Blacksburg Middle (rated 5.0/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Blacksburg), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gaffney, see our Gaffney schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gaffney Middle Gaffney | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Cherokee Charter Academy Gaffney | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| B. D. Lee Elementary Gaffney | 2.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Limestone-Central Elementary Gaffney | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Luther L. Vaughan Elementary Gaffney | 3.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Corinth Elementary Gaffney | 3.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Draytonville Elementary Gaffney | 3.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Gaffney High Gaffney | 3.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Grassy Pond Elementary Gaffney | 5.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Blacksburg Elementary Blacksburg | 7.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Blacksburg Middle Blacksburg | 7.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Blacksburg High Blacksburg | 7.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Northwest Elementary Gaffney | 8.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Blacksburg Primary Blacksburg | 9.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Boiling Springs Elementary Shelby | 12.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Township Three Elementary Shelby | 12.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Cowpens Elementary Cowpens | 10.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Pacolet Elementary Pacolet | 13.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Crest High Shelby | 15.0 mi | 6.6 |
| North Shelby Shelby | 14.8 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29340 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,359
Median Home Value
$110,000
Median Rent
$773/mo
Population
21,394
College Educated
11.6%
Homeownership
74.2%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
22.9%
Median Age
41.4
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| North Augusta Middle North Augusta, SC | 4.1 |
| W. A. Perry Middle Columbia, SC | 4.1 |
| Chester Middle Chester, SC | 3.9 |
| Johnakin Middle Marion, SC | 3.9 |
| Andrew Jackson Middle Kershaw, SC | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John E. Ewing Middle
What grades does John E. Ewing Middle serve?
John E. Ewing Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend John E. Ewing Middle?
John E. Ewing Middle has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John E. Ewing Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at John E. Ewing Middle is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John E. Ewing Middle rank in SC?
John E. Ewing Middle ranks #1,044 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is John E. Ewing Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
John E. Ewing Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 John E. Ewing Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John E. Ewing Middle has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is John E. Ewing Middle a charter school?
No, John E. Ewing Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John E. Ewing Middle a Title I school?
No, John E. Ewing Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John E. Ewing Middle?
100.0% of students at John E. Ewing 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
- 405
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Cherokee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.0%
- Phone
- (864) 206-2449
Resources & Links
District
Cherokee 01- District Enrollment
- 7,712
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,668
- District Rank
- #13 of 14
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