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Landrum Middle

Middle School · Spartanburg 01

104 Redland Road, Landrum, SC 29356

Enrollment

218

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

5.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#789 of 1,176

In Landrum

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#7 of 10

Spartanburg 01

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Landrum Middle

5.5/10

Middle School in Landrum · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

O. P. Earle Elementary

5.4/10

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Landrum High

7.6/10

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About Landrum Middle

Landrum Middle is a public middle school in Landrum, SC, part of Spartanburg 01. Landrum Middle serves approximately 218 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Landrum Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #789 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Landrum Middle show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • SC avg 5.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment6.4Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,970
Chronic Absenteeism28.9%

Landrum Middle — Students at Landrum Middle score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.2% (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
89%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
43%
ELA
53%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Landrum Middle Compares

See how Landrum Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
33th percentile in SC
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
6.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.9%

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

104 Redland Road, Landrum, SC 29356

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Landrum Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Polk County Middle School (rated 7.6/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Mill Spring), which scores notably higher. Another option is Blue Ridge Middle (rated 6.0/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Greer), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Inman Intermediate (rated 4.9/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Inman), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Landrum, see our Landrum schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.3 mi
School Distance Rating
O. P. Earle Elementary Landrum 0.2 mi 5.4
Landrum High Campobello 2.6 mi 7.6
Campobello-Gramling School Campobello 5.4 mi 6.9
Tryon Elementary School Tryon 4.8 mi 7.6
Polk County Early College Columbus 6.1 mi 9.6
Polk County High School Columbus 6.2 mi 7.5
Polk Central Elementary School Mill Spring 8.1 mi 7.9
Polk County Middle School Mill Spring 8.4 mi 7.6
Holly Springs-Motlow Elementary Campobello 8.7 mi 6.0
Chapman High Inman 8.9 mi 8.2
New Prospect Elementary Inman 7.9 mi 6.5
Inman Intermediate Inman 9.6 mi 4.9
T.E. Mabry Middle Inman 9.7 mi 4.7
Inman Elementary Inman 9.9 mi 6.2
Skyland Elementary Greer 10.4 mi 7.7
Blue Ridge High Greer 11.4 mi 6.7
HOPE ACADEMY Landrum 10.5 mi 8.2
Saluda Elementary School Saluda 10.6 mi 9.1
Sunny View Elementary School Mill Spring 13.5 mi 6.5
Blue Ridge Middle Greer 12.3 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29356 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,911

Median Home Value

$273,500

Median Rent

$632/mo

Population

8,782

College Educated

34.5%

Homeownership

82.9%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

16.2%

Median Age

53.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Landrum Middle

What grades does Landrum Middle serve?

Landrum Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Landrum Middle?

Landrum Middle has an enrollment of approximately 218 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Landrum Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Landrum Middle is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Landrum Middle rank in SC?

Landrum Middle ranks #789 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Landrum Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Landrum Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Landrum Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Landrum Middle has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Landrum Middle a charter school?

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

Is Landrum Middle a Title I school?

No, Landrum Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Landrum Middle?

51.4% of students at Landrum 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Spartanburg County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.9%

District

Spartanburg 01
District Enrollment
5,417
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,970
District Rank
#7 of 10

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